Witherite and Variscite Physical Properties

Witherite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Witherite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.