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Periclase and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Vanadinite and Periclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9  
6.8-7.1  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
3-4  

Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
C20H36  

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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 and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.

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