Microcline and Foitite Physical Properties

Microcline and Foitite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Foitite 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 Foitite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Foitite- Na x[Fe2+2(Al,Fe3+ )]Al 6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Microcline and Foitite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Foitite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Foitite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 3.17 whereas that of Foitite is 3.17.