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Verdelite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Verdelite Physical Properties


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)   
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
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.   
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Verdelite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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Verdelite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.

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