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Verdelite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Verdelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
2.39   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Irregular   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5   

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.   
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Verdelite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Verdelite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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