Prehnite and Parisite Physical Properties

Prehnite and Parisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite and Parisite 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 Parisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)
• Chemical formula of Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Prehnite and Parisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prehnite and Parisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prehnite and Parisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prehnite is 4.33-4.42 whereas that of Parisite is 4.33-4.42.