Glaucophane and Verdelite Physical Properties

Glaucophane and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane and Verdelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2
• 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.

Glaucophane and Verdelite Specific Gravity

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