Periclase and Ammolite Physical Properties

Periclase

Ammolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.92.75-2.80

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Granular

1.6 Cleavage

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

no true cleavage

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-64

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Periclase and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Ammolite 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 Ammolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Periclase and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.