Vishnevite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Vishnevite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Vishnevite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

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