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Vlasovite and Vivianite Physical Properties


Vivianite and Vlasovite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.97   
2.64-2.70   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
(e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}   
{010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Vlasovite and Vivianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite and Vivianite 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 Vivianite chemical formula.

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Vlasovite and Vivianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vlasovite and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vlasovite and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vlasovite is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.

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