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Verdite and Onyx Physical Properties


Onyx and Verdite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
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Cleavage
{110} Good   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
3   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   
SiO2   

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Verdite and Onyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Onyx 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 Onyx chemical formula.

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Verdite and Onyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Onyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Onyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Onyx is 2.55-2.70.

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