Prehnite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Prehnite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Prehnite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prehnite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prehnite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prehnite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.