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Verdite and Verdelite Physical Properties


Verdelite 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   
2.90-3.40   

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

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.   

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Verdite and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite and Verdelite 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 Verdelite chemical formula.

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Verdite and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdite and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdite and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.

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