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Vanadinite and Binghamite Physical Properties


Binghamite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Vanadinite and Binghamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Binghamite 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 Vanadinite and Binghamite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Binghamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Binghamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Binghamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Binghamite is 2.55-2.70.

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