Witherite and Ruby Physical Properties

Witherite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.353.97-4.05

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

No true cleavage

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.59

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Al ₂ O ₃

Witherite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Ruby physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Witherite and Ruby chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃

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Witherite and Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.97-4.05 whereas that of Ruby is 3.97-4.05.