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Magnesite and Vishnevite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Effervesces in hot HCl
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.92-3.12
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] perfect
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Magnesite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnesite and Vishnevite 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 Magnesite and Vishnevite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Magnesite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnesite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnesite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnesite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.