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Leucite and Verdite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.45-2.50
Conchoidal
Poor on {110}
5.5-6
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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2.80-3.0
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{110} Good
3
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.

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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 Vs Verdite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucite is whereas that of Verdite is .