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Moss Opal and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Vanadinite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
6.8-7.1  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
3-4  

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  
C20H36  

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Moss Opal and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Opal and Vanadinite 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 Moss Opal and Vanadinite chemical formula.

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Moss Opal and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moss Opal and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moss Opal and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moss Opal is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.

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