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Sanidine and Prehnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Sanidine and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Prehnite 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 Sanidine and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Sanidine and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.