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Willemite and Verdite Physical Properties


Verdite and Willemite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.89-4.18   
2.80-3.0   

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

Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect   
{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
3   

Chemical Composition
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   

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Willemite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Verdite 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 Willemite and Verdite chemical formula.

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Willemite and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.

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