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Verdite and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite 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   
3.0-3.5   

Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
3   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   
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Verdite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

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Verdite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.

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