Mohawkite and Periclase Physical Properties

Mohawkite

Periclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.7-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mohawkite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Periclase 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 Mohawkite and Periclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Mohawkite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.