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Apache Tear and Natrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.20-2.26
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Apache Tear and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear and Natrolite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Apache Tear and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apache Tear and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apache Tear and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apache Tear is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.