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Milk Opal and Orthoclase Physical Properties


Orthoclase and Milk Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
2.54-2.61   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Gems, Uneven   

Cleavage
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Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
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KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Milk Opal and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Milk Opal and Orthoclase 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 Milk Opal and Orthoclase chemical formula.

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Milk Opal and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milk Opal and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milk Opal and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milk Opal is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.

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