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Jasper and Prehnite Physical Properties

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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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.912.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Jasper and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Jasper and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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