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Sylvite and Cavansite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Soluble
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

1.9932.25-2.33
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
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Cleavage

Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
Good on {010}

Mohs Hardness

2.53-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

KCl
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Sylvite and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite and Cavansite 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 Sylvite and Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Sylvite and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sylvite and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sylvite and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sylvite is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.