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Plumbogummite and Orthoclase Physical Properties


Orthoclase and Plumbogummite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.014   
2.54-2.61   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal   
Gems, Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.   

Mohs Hardness
4-5   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Plumbogummite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Plumbogummite and Orthoclase 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 Plumbogummite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

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Plumbogummite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Plumbogummite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Plumbogummite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Plumbogummite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.

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