Vlasovite and Crocoite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Crocoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.975.90-6.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

62.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vlasovite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Vlasovite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.