Periclase and Natrolite Physical Properties

Periclase

Natrolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.92.20-2.26

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

Perfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Periclase and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Periclase and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.