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Onyx and Microcline Physical Properties


Microcline and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
2.55-2.63   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Onyx and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Microcline 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 Onyx and Microcline chemical formula.

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Onyx and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.

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