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Nosean and Cavansite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.402.25-2.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Nosean and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean 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 Nosean and Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Nosean and Cavansite Specific Gravity

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