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Natrolite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Tsavorite and Natrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Natrolite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite and Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite chemical formula.

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Natrolite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Natrolite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Natrolite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Natrolite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.

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