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Sulphur and Prehnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.05-2.082.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Sulphur and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Sulphur and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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