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Vanadinite and Mottramite Physical Properties


Mottramite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
5.9  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Sub-Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
None observed  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
3  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
PbCu(VO4)(OH)  

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Vanadinite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.

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