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Larimar and Periclase Physical Properties

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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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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.90
3.7-3.9
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larimar and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Larimar 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 Larimar and Periclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larimar and Periclase Specific Gravity

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