Pectolite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.74-2.90
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {001}
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pectolite and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pectolite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pectolite and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pectolite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pectolite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pectolite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.