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Marialite 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
2.50
2.80-3.0
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Marialite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Verdite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Marialite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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