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Hiddenite and Periclase Physical Properties

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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
3.7-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hiddenite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Periclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hiddenite and Periclase Specific Gravity

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