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Natrolite and Phosgenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26
6.13
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Natrolite and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Natrolite and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.