Pectolite and Ammolite Physical Properties

Pectolite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pectolite and Ammolite 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 Pectolite and Ammolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Pectolite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pectolite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pectolite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pectolite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.