Vlasovite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Sylvite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.971.993

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

62.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Vlasovite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Vlasovite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.