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Periclase and Inderite Physical Properties

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
3.7-3.91.79
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-62.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Inderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Inderite 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 Inderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Inderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Inderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Inderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 1.79 whereas that of Inderite is 1.79.