Microcline and Hyalite Physical Properties

Microcline and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Hyalite 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 Hyalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Microcline and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.