Oligoclase and Fibrolite Physical Properties

Oligoclase and Fibrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Oligoclase and Fibrolite 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 Oligoclase and Fibrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Oligoclase- Na(90-70%)Ca(10-30%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Oligoclase and Fibrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Oligoclase and Fibrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Oligoclase and Fibrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Oligoclase is 3.14-3.25 whereas that of Fibrolite is 3.14-3.25.