Verdelite and Thulite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
3.1
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
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.
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Verdelite and Thulite Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite and Thulite 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 Thulite 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 Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Verdelite and Thulite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.