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Vishnevite and Liddicoatite Physical Properties


Liddicoatite 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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3.02   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect   
{0001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Vishnevite and Liddicoatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Liddicoatite 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 Liddicoatite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Liddicoatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Liddicoatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Liddicoatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 3.02 whereas that of Liddicoatite is 3.02.

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