Natrolite and Diamond Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26
3.50-3.53
Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
111 (perfect in four directions)
Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
C
Natrolite and Diamond Chemical Formula
While comparing Natrolite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Diamond- C
Natrolite and Diamond Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.