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Periclase and Adamite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
4.32-4.48
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
{101}, good; {010}, poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Periclase and Adamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Adamite 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 Periclase and Adamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Periclase and Adamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.