Copper and Periclase Physical Properties

Copper

Periclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.7-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Copper and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Periclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Copper and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.