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Microcline and Prehnite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Microcline and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Microcline and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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