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Willemite and Vishnevite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.89-4.18
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Willemite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Vishnevite 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 Willemite and Vishnevite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Willemite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.