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Vlasovite
Vlasovite

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Vlasovite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.973.20-3.25
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on {010}
Good/distinct on [210]

Mohs Hardness

65.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vlasovite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vlasovite- -
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vlasovite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.