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Microcline and Dendrite crystal Physical Properties


Dendrite crystal and Microcline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63  
1  

Fracture
Uneven  
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Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good  
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
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Microcline and Dendrite crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Dendrite crystal 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 Dendrite crystal chemical formula.

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Microcline and Dendrite crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Dendrite crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Dendrite crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 1 whereas that of Dendrite crystal is 1.

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