Periclase and Fluorite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.00-3.25
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaF2
Periclase and Fluorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2
Periclase and Fluorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.