Dumortierite quartz and Periclase Physical Properties

Dumortierite quartz

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

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dumortierite quartz and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite quartz 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 Dumortierite quartz and Periclase chemical formula.

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

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Dumortierite quartz and Periclase Specific Gravity

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