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Periclase and Citrine Physical Properties

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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
3.7-3.9
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Periclase and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Periclase and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.