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Periclase and Sanidine 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
2.54-2.61
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Periclase and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.

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