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Periclase and Leucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
2.45-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Periclase and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Leucite 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 Leucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Periclase and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.