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Lavrovite and Prehnite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available2.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
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
Not Available6-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Lavrovite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lavrovite 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 Lavrovite and Prehnite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Lavrovite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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