Microcline and Narsarsukite Physical Properties

Microcline and Narsarsukite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Narsarsukite 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 Narsarsukite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Narsarsukite- Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Microcline and Narsarsukite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Narsarsukite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Narsarsukite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 2.72-2.83 whereas that of Narsarsukite is 2.72-2.83.