Orthoclase and Lawsonite Physical Properties

Orthoclase

Lawsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.54-2.613.09

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Uneven

White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Orthoclase and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase and Lawsonite 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 Orthoclase and Lawsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Orthoclase and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.