Vesuvianite and Crocoite Physical Properties

Vesuvianite

Crocoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.32-3.435.90-6.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-72.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vesuvianite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite and Crocoite 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 Vesuvianite and Crocoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Vesuvianite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.