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Amber and Orthoclase Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.102.54-2.61
Achroite
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gems, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.56
Adamite
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Orthoclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

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