Periclase and Hematite Physical Properties

Periclase

Hematite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.95.00-5.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Periclase and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Periclase and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.