Iolite and Verdelite Physical Properties

Iolite

Verdelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.72.90-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

3,1

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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.

Iolite and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Verdelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
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.

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Iolite and Verdelite Specific Gravity

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