Strontianite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Strontianite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63-3.792.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Strontianite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Orthoclase 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 Strontianite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Strontianite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.