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Fibrolite and Prehnite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.14-3.252.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Fibrolite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fibrolite 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 Fibrolite and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Fibrolite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fibrolite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fibrolite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fibrolite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.