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Milarite and Prehnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.52-2.60
2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Milarite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite 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 Milarite and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Milarite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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