Periclase and Nephrite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
2.90-3.10
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
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
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.