Witherite and Willemite Physical Properties

Witherite

Willemite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.353.89-4.18

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Witherite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Witherite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.