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Periclase and Tavorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.93.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Periclase and Tavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Tavorite 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 Tavorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Periclase and Tavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Tavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Tavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.32 whereas that of Tavorite is 3.32.