Wardite and Natrolite Physical Properties

Wardite and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite and Natrolite 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 Wardite and Natrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Wardite and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.