Hyacinth and Verdite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
  
2.80-3.0
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
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Cleavage
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{110} Good
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
3
  
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  
Hyacinth and Verdite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth and Verdite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Hyacinth and Verdite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hyacinth and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hyacinth and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hyacinth is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.