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Periclase and Kainite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
2.15
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Periclase and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Periclase and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.