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Verdite and Starlite Physical Properties


Starlite 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   
3.91-4.73   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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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.

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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.

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