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Periclase and Albite 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
2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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