Periclase and Nephrite Physical Properties

Periclase

Nephrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.92.90-3.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Periclase and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Periclase and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.