Vlasovite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Papagoite

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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

2.973.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

Imperfect in one direction

1.7 Mohs Hardness

65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vlasovite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Vlasovite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

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