Verdelite and Prehnite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
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
Not Available
Distinct on [001]
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Verdelite and Prehnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Verdelite 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 Verdelite and Prehnite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
- Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Verdelite and Prehnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Verdelite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Verdelite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Verdelite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.