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Rhodizite and Microcline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.34-3.44
2.55-2.63
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodizite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite and Microcline 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 Rhodizite and Microcline chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodizite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodizite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodizite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodizite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.