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Periclase
Periclase

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Periclase and Poudretteite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.92.51-2.53
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-65
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.