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Verdite and Ulexite Physical Properties

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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
2.80-3.0
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Verdite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Verdite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.