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Periclase and Fuchsite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.92.77-2.88
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Perfect basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-62.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Periclase and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Periclase and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.