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Vlasovite
Vlasovite

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Vlasovite and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.974.00-4.65
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on {010}
Perfect on [1011]

Mohs Hardness

65-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vlasovite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vlasovite- -
  • Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vlasovite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.