Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal Physical Properties

Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal 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 Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Dendrite crystal- -

Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thomsonite and Dendrite crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thomsonite is 1 whereas that of Dendrite crystal is 1.