Vlasovite and Albite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Albite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.972.60-2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vlasovite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Albite 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 Vlasovite and Albite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Vlasovite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.