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Periclase and Pleonaste Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.80
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Periclase and Pleonaste Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Pleonaste 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 Pleonaste chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pleonaste- (Mg,Fe)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Periclase and Pleonaste Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Pleonaste Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Pleonaste Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.80 whereas that of Pleonaste is 3.80.