Periclase and Bustamite Physical Properties

Periclase

Bustamite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Partly soluble in HCl.

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.93.32-3.43

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Periclase and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Bustamite 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 Bustamite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Periclase and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.