Vishnevite and Quartz Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Quartz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-67

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SiO₂

Vishnevite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Vishnevite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.