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Vlasovite
Vlasovite

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Vlasovite and Biotite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.972.7-3.3
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Even

Cleavage

Distinct on {010}
Perfect on the {001}

Mohs Hardness

62.5-3.0
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Vlasovite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vlasovite- -
  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Vlasovite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.