Verdelite and Clinochlore Physical Properties

Verdelite and Clinochlore Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite and Clinochlore 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 Clinochlore 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 Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Verdelite and Clinochlore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Clinochlore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Clinochlore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.60-3.02 whereas that of Clinochlore is 2.60-3.02.