Sanidine and Wernerite Physical Properties

Sanidine and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sanidine and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.