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Sulfur and Microcline Physical Properties


Microcline and Sulfur Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.55-2.63   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems   

Cleavage
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect   
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Sulfur and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulfur 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 Sulfur and Microcline chemical formula.

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Sulfur and Microcline Specific Gravity

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

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