Amblygonite and Periclase Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10
3.7-3.9
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amblygonite and Periclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Amblygonite and Periclase 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 Amblygonite and Periclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amblygonite and Periclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.