Hematite and Periclase Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.00-5.30
3.7-3.9
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Chemical Composition
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Hematite and Periclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Hematite 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 Hematite and Periclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Hematite and Periclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hematite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hematite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hematite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.