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Hackmanite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Hackmanite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Vesuvianite 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 Hackmanite and Vesuvianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Hackmanite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.