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Sanidine and Pearl Physical Properties

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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
2.54-2.61
2.60-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Sanidine and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Sanidine and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.