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Esperite and Microcline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
2.55-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Esperite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Microcline 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 Esperite and Microcline chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Esperite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.