Verdite and Nosean Physical Properties

Verdite

Nosean

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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

2.80-3.02.30-2.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

{110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Verdite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Verdite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.