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Musgravite 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
3.62-3.682.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Musgravite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Musgravite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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