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Vishnevite and Rock Crystal Physical Properties


Rock Crystal 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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2.65   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Vishnevite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

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

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