Periclase and Muscovite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
2.78-2.88
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Micaceous, Brittle
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Perfect on the {001}
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Periclase and Muscovite Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Muscovite 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 Muscovite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Muscovite- KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Periclase and Muscovite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Muscovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Muscovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.78-2.88 whereas that of Muscovite is 2.78-2.88.