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Periclase and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Periclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Periclase and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

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Periclase and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.

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