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Ammolite and Periclase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.75-2.80
3.7-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Granular
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
no true cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ammolite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Ammolite 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 Ammolite and Periclase chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ammolite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ammolite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ammolite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ammolite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.

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