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Vishnevite and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Hiddenite and Vishnevite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.15-3.21   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Perfect   
1,2 prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
LiAlSi2O6   

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Vishnevite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Hiddenite 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 Vishnevite and Hiddenite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.

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