Orthoclase and Phosgenite Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
6.13
Fracture
Gems, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Mohs Hardness
6
2-3
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Orthoclase and Phosgenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Orthoclase and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Orthoclase and Phosgenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.
