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Sugilite and Prehnite Physical Properties


Prehnite and Sugilite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.69-2.79   
2.80-2.95   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Poor on {0001}   
Distinct on [001]   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)   

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Sugilite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite 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 Sugilite and Prehnite chemical formula.

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Sugilite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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

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