Sonolite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

Sonolite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sonolite and Poudretteite 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 Sonolite and Poudretteite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sonolite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sonolite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sonolite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sonolite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.