Smaragdite and Periclase Physical Properties

Smaragdite

Periclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.24-3.503.7-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Smaragdite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite and Periclase 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 Smaragdite and Periclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Smaragdite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smaragdite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smaragdite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smaragdite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.