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Inderite and Cavansite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.79
2.25-2.33
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Inderite and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Inderite and Cavansite Specific Gravity

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

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