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Leucite and Mother of Pearl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50
2.65-2.87
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Leucite and Mother of Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite and Mother of Pearl 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 Leucite and Mother of Pearl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Leucite and Mother of Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucite and Mother of Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucite and Mother of Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucite is 2.65-2.87 whereas that of Mother of Pearl is 2.65-2.87.

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