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Jet and Microcline Physical Properties


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Microcline and Jet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.19-1.35   
2.55-2.63   

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems   

Cleavage
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{001} Perfect, {010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Jet and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Microcline chemical formula.

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Jet and Microcline Specific Gravity

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

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