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Vesuvianite Idocrase and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.25-3.50  
3.1  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Vesuvianite Idocrase and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite Idocrase and Thulite 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 Idocrase and Thulite chemical formula.

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Vesuvianite Idocrase and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite Idocrase and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite Idocrase and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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