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Vanadinite and Wernerite Physical Properties


Wernerite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
2.50-2.80  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Vanadinite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.

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