Tremolite and Prehnite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.95-3.07
2.80-2.95
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}
Distinct on [001]
Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Tremolite and Prehnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Tremolite 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 Tremolite and Prehnite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Tremolite and Prehnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tremolite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tremolite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tremolite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.