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Vanadinite and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Gaylussite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
decomposes in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1   
1.93-1.99   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
perfect [110]   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
C20H36   
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)   

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Vanadinite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.

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