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Microlite and Sunstone Physical Properties


Sunstone and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5   
2.62-2.65   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
001   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Microlite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite and Sunstone 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 Microlite and Sunstone chemical formula.

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Microlite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microlite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microlite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microlite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.

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