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Microlite and Vivianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.52.64-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
(e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
{010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Microlite and Vivianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite and Vivianite 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 Microlite and Vivianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Microlite and Vivianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microlite and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microlite and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microlite is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.