Verdelite and Flint 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)
  
Uneven
  
Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
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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 Flint Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite and Flint 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 Flint 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 Flint Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.