Periclase and Dioptase Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.25-3.35
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Perfect in three directions
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Periclase and Dioptase Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Dioptase 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 Dioptase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Dioptase- CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Periclase and Dioptase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Dioptase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Dioptase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.25-3.35 whereas that of Dioptase is 3.25-3.35.