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Sylvite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Vanadinite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.993   
6.8-7.1   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   
None   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
3-4   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
C20H36   

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Sylvite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Vanadinite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

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

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