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Verdite and Esperite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0
4.28-4.42
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Verdite and Esperite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Esperite 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 Esperite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Verdite and Esperite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Esperite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Esperite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 4.28-4.42 whereas that of Esperite is 4.28-4.42.