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Vesuvianite Idocrase
Vesuvianite Idocrase

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Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25-3.50
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vesuvianite Idocrase- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.