Verdelite and Angelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
  
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
3.5
  
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 Angelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite and Angelite 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 Angelite 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 Angelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Angelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Angelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is Not Available whereas that of Angelite is Not Available.