Verdelite and Microcline Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
2.55-2.63
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Cleavage
Not Available
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
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.
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Verdelite and Microcline Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite and Microcline 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 Microcline 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 Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Verdelite and Microcline Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.