Periclase and Tremolite Physical Properties

Periclase

Tremolite

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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

3.7-3.92.95-3.07

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Periclase and Tremolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Tremolite 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 Tremolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Periclase and Tremolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Tremolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Tremolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.95-3.07 whereas that of Tremolite is 2.95-3.07.