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Periclase and Ammolite Physical Properties


Ammolite and Periclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9   
2.75-2.80   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Granular   

Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}   
no true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
4   

Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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