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Sanidine and Cerussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
6.46-6.57
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Good [110] and [021]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sanidine and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Cerussite 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 Sanidine and Cerussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sanidine and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.