Periclase and Amber Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
1.05-1.10
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
None
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2-2.5
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
[C,H,O]
Periclase and Amber Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Amber 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 Amber chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
Periclase and Amber Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.