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Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties


Vesuvianite Idocrase and Meionite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.78   
3.25-3.50   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
5-6   
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Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase chemical formula.

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Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.

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