Verdite and Tourmaline Physical Properties

Verdite and Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Tourmaline 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 Tourmaline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Tourmaline- Tourmaline is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas. See The chemical formula of Tourmaline for details.

Verdite and Tourmaline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.85-3.35 whereas that of Tourmaline is 2.85-3.35.