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Periclase and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
3.7-3.9
Conchoidal
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
5.5-6
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
Brittle
-
-
6.8-7.1
Uneven, Conchoidal
None
3-4
C20H36

Periclase and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Vanadinite chemical formula.

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Periclase and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

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