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Prehnite

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Prehnite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-2.953.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [001]
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.54-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
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Prehnite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
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Prehnite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prehnite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prehnite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prehnite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.