Verdelite and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
2.55-2.70
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6.5-7
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.
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Verdelite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Verdelite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.