Verdelite and Ammolite Physical Properties

Verdelite

Ammolite

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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

2.90-3.40

2.75-2.80

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Granular

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

no true cleavage

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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.

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Verdelite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite and Ammolite 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 Verdelite and Ammolite chemical formula.

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.

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Verdelite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.