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Painite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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4.00-4.03
Conchoidal
Distinct
7.5-8
CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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3.32-3.43
Conchoidal
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
6-7
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4

Painite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Painite and Vesuvianite 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 Painite and Vesuvianite chemical formula.

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Painite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Painite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Painite Vs Vesuvianite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Painite is whereas that of Vesuvianite is .