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Rock Crystal and Vanadinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
6.8-7.1
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
C20H36

Rock Crystal and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal and Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Rock Crystal and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

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