Actinolite and Pietersite Physical Properties

Actinolite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Actinolite and Pietersite 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 Actinolite and Pietersite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Actinolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Actinolite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Actinolite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Actinolite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Actinolite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.