Elbaite and Petalite Physical Properties

Elbaite and Petalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elbaite and Petalite 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 Elbaite and Petalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Petalite- LiAlSi 4O 10Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Elbaite and Petalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Elbaite and Petalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Elbaite and Petalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Elbaite is 2.40 whereas that of Petalite is 2.40.