Prasiolite and Feldspar Physical Properties

Prasiolite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Prasiolite and Feldspar 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 Prasiolite and Feldspar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prasiolite- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Feldspar- KAlSi3O8

Prasiolite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prasiolite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prasiolite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prasiolite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.