Witherite and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Witherite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Witherite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.