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Vesuvianite and Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
SiO2

Vesuvianite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Vesuvianite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.