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Chrysanthemum Stone and Orthoclase Physical Properties


Orthoclase and Chrysanthemum Stone Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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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
3-4   
6   

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

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Chrysanthemum Stone and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysanthemum Stone 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 Chrysanthemum Stone and Orthoclase chemical formula.

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Chrysanthemum Stone and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

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

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