Microcline and Kornerupine Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
3.25-3.45
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Good on {110}
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Microcline and Kornerupine Chemical Formula
While comparing Microcline and Kornerupine 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 Kornerupine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Microcline and Kornerupine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.