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Vanadinite and Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chalcedony and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Absent  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
SiO2  

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Vanadinite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

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

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