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Adamite and Vlasovite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
2.97
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Vlasovite 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 Adamite and Vlasovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.

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