Afghanite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Afghanite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Afghanite and Orthoclase 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 Afghanite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Afghanite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Afghanite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Afghanite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Afghanite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.