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Microcline and Soapstone Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
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1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Microcline and Soapstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Soapstone 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 Soapstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Microcline and Soapstone Specific Gravity

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