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Vlasovite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Vlasovite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.97   
1.993   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
6   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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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.

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