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Richterite 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
3.0-3.5
2.55-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Richterite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Microcline chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Richterite and Microcline Specific Gravity

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