Microcline and Cerussite Physical Properties

Microcline

Cerussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.636.46-6.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

Good [110] and [021]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microcline and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Microcline and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.