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Williamsite and Periclase Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.51-2.63
Conchoidal
Perfect
4
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
 
Brittle
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3.7-3.9
Conchoidal
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
5.5-6
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Williamsite and Periclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Williamsite 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 Williamsite and Periclase chemical formula.

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Williamsite and Periclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Williamsite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Williamsite Vs Periclase during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Williamsite is whereas that of Periclase is .