Periclase and Afghanite Physical Properties

Periclase

Afghanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.92.55-2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

Perfect {10 1 0}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Periclase and Afghanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Afghanite 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 Afghanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Periclase and Afghanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Afghanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Afghanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.55-2.65 whereas that of Afghanite is 2.55-2.65.