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Verdite and Amber Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0
1.05-1.10
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
[C,H,O]

Verdite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Amber 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 Verdite and Amber chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]

Verdite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.