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Verdite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Verdite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
{110} Good  
Imperfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
3  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)  
Be3Al2Si6O18  

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Verdite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Beryl 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 Beryl chemical formula.

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Verdite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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