Witherite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Witherite

Sylvite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.351.993

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.52.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Witherite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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

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Witherite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.