Thomsonite and Nosean Physical Properties

Thomsonite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite and Nosean 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 Nosean 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 Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Thomsonite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thomsonite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thomsonite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thomsonite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.