Albite and Natrolite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.65
2.20-2.26
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
Perfect on {110}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Natrolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Albite and Natrolite 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 Albite and Natrolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Natrolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.