Verdite and Starlite Physical Properties

Verdite

Starlite

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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

2.80-3.03.91-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

36.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaFeS2•2(H2O)

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Verdite and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Starlite 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 Starlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Verdite and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.