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Orthoclase and Trapiche emerald Physical Properties


Trapiche emerald and Orthoclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61   
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Fracture
Gems, Uneven   
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Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.   
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Mohs Hardness
6   
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Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Orthoclase and Trapiche emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase and Trapiche emerald 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 Trapiche emerald chemical formula.

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Orthoclase and Trapiche emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Trapiche emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Trapiche emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is Not Available whereas that of Trapiche emerald is Not Available.

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