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Thomsonite and Verdite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.25-2.402.80-3.0
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Thomsonite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite and Verdite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Thomsonite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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