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Periclase and Moroxite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.13-3.26
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Periclase and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Periclase and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.