Gaspeite and Verdite Physical Properties

Gaspeite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite and Verdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3
• Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Gaspeite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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