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Libyan Desert Glass and Prehnite Physical Properties


Prehnite and Libyan Desert Glass Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2   
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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Libyan Desert Glass and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Libyan Desert Glass 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 Libyan Desert Glass and Prehnite chemical formula.

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Libyan Desert Glass and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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

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