Witherite and Sunstone Physical Properties

Witherite

Sunstone

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.352.62-2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

001

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Witherite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Witherite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.