Analcime and Chrysoprase Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.24-2.29
2.58-2.64
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
Very poor [100]
None
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Analcime and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula
While comparing Analcime and Chrysoprase 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 Analcime and Chrysoprase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Analcime and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Analcime and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Analcime and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Analcime is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.