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Orthoclase
Orthoclase - Mineral Properties and Uses |
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Uses |
Orthoclase uses include: gemstones . |
Color |
white, gray, flesh pink, reddish, yellow, green |
Streak |
white |
Luster |
vitreous |
Diaphaneity |
translucent to subtranslucent |
Cleavage |
perfect |
Hardness |
6 - 6.5 |
Specific Gravity |
2.5 - 2.6 |
Distinguishing
Characteristics |
cleavage, color |
Crystal System |
monoclinic |
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