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Prase and Prehnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.64-2.692.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Prase and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase and Prehnite 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 Prase and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Prase and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.