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Prehnite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Prehnite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Distinct on [001]  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Prehnite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite and Bixbite 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 Prehnite and Bixbite chemical formula.

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Prehnite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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