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Periclase and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.09
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Periclase and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.