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Vishnevite and Uvite Physical Properties


Uvite 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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2.97-3.14   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect   
{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
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Chemical Composition
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Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Vishnevite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.

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