Shigaite and Microcline Physical Properties

Shigaite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite 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 Shigaite and Microcline chemical formula.

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

Shigaite and Microcline Specific Gravity

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