Orthoclase and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Orthoclase

Sphalerite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.54-2.613.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Uneven

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Orthoclase and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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

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Orthoclase and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.