Vanadinite and Selenite Physical Properties

Vanadinite

Selenite

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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

6.8-7.1Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-42

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

C20H36

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Vanadinite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

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Vanadinite and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.