Cat s Eye and Verdelite Physical Properties

Cat s Eye and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cat s Eye and Verdelite 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 Cat s Eye and Verdelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cat s Eye- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Cat s Eye and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cat s Eye and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cat s Eye and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cat s Eye is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.