Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties

Shortite

Vesuvianite Idocrase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.613.25-3.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Vesuvianite Idocrase- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.