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Verdite and Montebrasite Physical Properties

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
2.98-3.10
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Verdite and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Verdite and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.