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Phosgenite and Natrolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Sectile
Brittle

Solubility

Soluble
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.132.20-2.26
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Perfect on {110}

Mohs Hardness

2-35-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosgenite and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Natrolite 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 Phosgenite and Natrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosgenite and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.