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Sylvite and Vlasovite Physical Properties


Vlasovite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.993   
2.97   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   
Distinct on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Sylvite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Vlasovite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

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

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