Witherite and Uvarovite Physical Properties

Witherite

Uvarovite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.353.77

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Witherite and Uvarovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Uvarovite 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 Uvarovite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Uvarovite- Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Witherite and Uvarovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Uvarovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Uvarovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.77 whereas that of Uvarovite is 3.77.