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Zinnwaldite and Verdite Physical Properties


Verdite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1  
2.80-3.0  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}  
{110} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0  
3  

Chemical Composition
-  
NaFeS2•2(H2O)  

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Zinnwaldite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Verdite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Verdite Specific Gravity

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

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