Periclase and Tinzenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.355-3.433
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
{???} Good, {???} Good
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
Not Available
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Periclase and Tinzenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Periclase and Tinzenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.