Verdite and Hyacinth Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0
  
3.93-4.73
  
Fracture
Not Available
  
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
{110} Good
  
Not Available
  
Mohs Hardness
3
  
6.5-7.5
  
Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  
ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Verdite and Hyacinth Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdite and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
- Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Verdite and Hyacinth Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.