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Leucite and Verdite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.502.80-3.0
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-63
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Leucite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Verdite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Leucite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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