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Verdite and Bytownite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.80-3.0
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{110} Good
3
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
 
Brittle
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2.72-2.75
Uneven
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]
6-6.5
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Verdite and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.

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Verdite and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite Vs Bytownite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is whereas that of Bytownite is .