Nickeline and Lawsonite Physical Properties

Nickeline and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nickeline and Lawsonite 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 Nickeline and Lawsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nickeline- NiAs
• Chemical formula of Lawsonite- CaAl2Si2O7(OH)2.H2O

Nickeline and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nickeline and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nickeline and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nickeline is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.