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Vishnevite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Montebrasite 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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2.98-3.10   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Vishnevite and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.

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