Verdelite and Anglesite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
6.30-6.39
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Indiscernible
[001] good, [210] distinct
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
3-3.5
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.
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Verdelite and Anglesite Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite and Anglesite 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 Anglesite 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.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Verdelite and Anglesite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Anglesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Anglesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 6.30-6.39 whereas that of Anglesite is 6.30-6.39.