Willemite and Microcline Physical Properties

Willemite

Microcline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.89-4.182.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Willemite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite 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 Willemite and Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Willemite and Microcline Specific Gravity

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