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Sulfur and Verdelite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.90-3.40
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Sulfur and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulfur and Verdelite 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 Sulfur and Verdelite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Sulfur and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulfur and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulfur and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulfur is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.