Natrolite and Prehnite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26
2.80-2.95
Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}
Distinct on [001]
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Natrolite and Prehnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Natrolite and Prehnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.