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Lazulite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.04-3.17
2.54-2.61
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Gems, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Lazulite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Lazulite and Orthoclase 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 Lazulite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Lazulite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lazulite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lazulite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lazulite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.