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Rock Crystal and Analcime Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.24-2.29
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Very poor [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Rock Crystal and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Rock Crystal and Analcime 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 Rock Crystal and Analcime chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Rock Crystal and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rock Crystal and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rock Crystal and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rock Crystal is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.