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Andesine and Verdite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
2.80-3.0
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Andesine and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Verdite 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 Andesine and Verdite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Andesine and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.