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Vishnevite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties


Hodgkinsonite 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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4.06-4.08   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect   
{???} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Vishnevite and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.

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