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Prehnite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Prehnite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95  
2.78  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct on [001]  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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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.

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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.

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