Verdite and Shortite Physical Properties

Verdite

Shortite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.80-3.02.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

{010} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Verdite and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Shortite 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 Shortite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Verdite and Shortite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Shortite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Shortite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.61 whereas that of Shortite is 2.61.