Vishnevite and Sussexite Physical Properties

Vishnevite and Sussexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Sussexite 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 Sussexite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Vishnevite and Sussexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Sussexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Sussexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 3.30 whereas that of Sussexite is 3.30.