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Natrolite and Emerald Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.262.67-2.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Natrolite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Natrolite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.