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Musgravite and Periclase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.68
3.7-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Musgravite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Periclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Musgravite and Periclase Specific Gravity

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