Chambersite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Chambersite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.502.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

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 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Chambersite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chambersite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

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