Periclase and Rosasite Physical Properties

Periclase

Rosasite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Effervesces in cold

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.94-4.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-64

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Periclase and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Periclase and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.