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Verdite 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
2.80-3.0
2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Verdite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite 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 Verdite and Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Verdite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

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