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Vanadinite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Sectile  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
2.39  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Irregular  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Vanadinite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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