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Vanadinite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1
3.00-3.15
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Vanadinite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Vanadinite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.