Selenite and Vlasovite Physical Properties

Selenite

Vlasovite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.97

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Selenite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Vlasovite 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 Selenite and Vlasovite chemical formula.

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Selenite and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.