Poldervaartite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Poldervaartite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Poldervaartite and Smaragdite 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 Poldervaartite and Smaragdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Poldervaartite- (Ca,Mn2+ ) 2(SiO 3OH)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Poldervaartite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Poldervaartite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Poldervaartite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Poldervaartite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.