Euclase and Prehnite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12
2.80-2.95
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{010} Perfect
Distinct on [001]
Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Euclase and Prehnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Euclase and Prehnite 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 Euclase and Prehnite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Euclase and Prehnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.