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Vesuvianite and Fuchsite Physical Properties

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
3.32-3.43
2.77-2.88
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
Perfect basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Vesuvianite and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Vesuvianite and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.