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Chiastolite and Orthoclase Physical Properties


Orthoclase and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.00-3.15   
2.54-2.61   

Fracture
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Gems, Uneven   

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

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)   
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Chiastolite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

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Chiastolite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

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

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