Periclase and Albite Physical Properties

Periclase

Albite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.92.60-2.65

1 7.18

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

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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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.