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Sulphur and Periclase Physical Properties


Periclase and Sulphur Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.05-2.08   
3.7-3.9   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Sulphur and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Periclase chemical formula.

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Sulphur and Periclase Specific Gravity

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

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