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Lavrovite and Prehnite Physical Properties


Prehnite and Lavrovite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.80-2.95   

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

Cleavage
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Distinct on [001]   

Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)   

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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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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.

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