Lepidocrocite and Verdite Physical Properties

Lepidocrocite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Verdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)
• Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Lepidocrocite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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