Periclase and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Periclase

Smithsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.94.00-4.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on [1011]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Periclase and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Periclase and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.