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Vishnevite and Wardite Physical Properties


Wardite 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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2.81   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect   
{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
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NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Vishnevite and Wardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Wardite 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 Wardite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Wardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Wardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Wardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 2.81 whereas that of Wardite is 2.81.

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