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Vanadinite and Verdite Physical Properties


Verdite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1   
2.80-3.0   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
None   
{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
3   

Chemical Composition
C20H36   
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   

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Vanadinite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Verdite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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

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