Shortite and Microcline Physical Properties

Shortite

Microcline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.612.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

36-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Shortite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite 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 Shortite and Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Shortite and Microcline Specific Gravity

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