Jasper and Periclase Physical Properties

Jasper

Periclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.913.7-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jasper and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Periclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Jasper and Periclase Specific Gravity

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