Bixbite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Bixbite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bixbite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite 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 Bixbite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Bixbite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

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