Heliodor and Prehnite Physical Properties

Heliodor

Prehnite

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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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2.80-2.95

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

Heliodor and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Heliodor 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 Heliodor and Prehnite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

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Heliodor and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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