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Binghamite and Verdite 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
2.55-2.702.80-3.0
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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1.6 Cleavage
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{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-73
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Binghamite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite 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 Binghamite and Verdite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Binghamite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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