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Esperite and Cavansite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

4.28-4.422.25-2.33
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
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Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
Good on {010}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.53-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Esperite and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Cavansite 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 Esperite and Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Esperite and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.