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Periclase and Stolzite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
3.7-3.9
Conchoidal
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
5.5-6
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
Brittle
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2
Conchoidal, Uneven
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
2.5-3
PbWO4

Periclase and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

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Periclase and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase Vs Stolzite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is whereas that of Stolzite is .