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Vanadinite and Periclase Physical Properties


Periclase and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
3.7-3.9  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
5.5-6  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Vanadinite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Periclase 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 Periclase chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.

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