Periclase and Andesine Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
  
2.65-2.69
  
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
  
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
  
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  
Periclase and Andesine Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Periclase and Andesine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.