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Microcline and Beudantite Physical Properties


Beudantite and Microcline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63   
4.48   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   
distinct; good on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
3.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6   

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Microcline and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Beudantite 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 Microcline and Beudantite chemical formula.

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Microcline and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.

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