Microlite and Natrolite Physical Properties

Microlite and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite and Natrolite 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 Microlite and Natrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microlite and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microlite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microlite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microlite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.