Diamond and Periclase Physical Properties

Diamond

Periclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.50-3.533.7-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

111 (perfect in four directions)

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

105.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Diamond and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Diamond 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 Diamond and Periclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Diamond- C
Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Diamond and Periclase Specific Gravity

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