Nosean and Prase Physical Properties

Nosean and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean and Prase 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 Nosean and Prase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nosean and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.