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Dravite and Verdite Physical Properties


Verdite and Dravite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18  
2.80-3.0  

Fracture
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct  
{110} Good  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
3  

Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
NaFeS2•2(H2O)  

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Dravite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Verdite chemical formula.

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Dravite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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

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