Microcline and Euclase Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
3.08-3.12
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
{010} Perfect
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Microcline and Euclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Microcline and Euclase 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 Euclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Microcline and Euclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Euclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Euclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 3.08-3.12 whereas that of Euclase is 3.08-3.12.