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Amber and Prase Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.64-2.69
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Amber and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Prase 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 Amber and Prase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Amber and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.