Alunite and Microcline Physical Properties

Alunite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Microcline 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 Alunite and Microcline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Alunite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.