Microcline and Padparadscha Physical Properties

Microcline and Padparadscha Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Microcline and Padparadscha Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Padparadscha Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Padparadscha Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Padparadscha is 3.95-4.10.