Verdelite and Lepidolite Physical Properties

Verdelite and Lepidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite and Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Verdelite and Lepidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.