Chrysoprase and Periclase Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
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Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64
3.7-3.9
Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
None
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysoprase and Periclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Periclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysoprase and Periclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoprase and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoprase and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoprase is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.