Witherite and Wavellite Physical Properties

Witherite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.352.36

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Witherite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Witherite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.