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Orthoclase and Rosasite Physical Properties


Rosasite and Orthoclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Effervesces in cold   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61   
4-4.2   

Fracture
Gems, Uneven   
Splintery   

Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.   
Perfect on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
6   
4   

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Orthoclase and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

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Orthoclase and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.

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