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Natrolite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Natrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26   
2.39   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)   
Irregular   

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Natrolite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite and Brucite 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 Natrolite and Brucite chemical formula.

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Natrolite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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