Feldspar (Orthoclase)

KAlSi3O8

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Orthoclase, a potassium feldspar with the formula KAlSi3O8, ranks among the most abundant minerals in the Earth's crust and is an essential component of granite and many other igneous rocks. It crystallizes in the monoclinic system as prismatic or tabular crystals, showing a vitreous luster, a white streak, and perfect {001} cleavage. Colors include white, pink, cream, and gray, with a Mohs hardness of 6 to 6.5 and a specific gravity between 2.55 and 2.63. Moonstone, valued for its floating adularescent sheen, is a gem variety of orthoclase. Its uneven to conchoidal fracture and two good cleavage directions are typical of the feldspar group.

Orthoclase es un feldespato potásico y uno de los minerales más comunes de la corteza terrestre. Es un componente esencial del granito y de muchas otras rocas ígneas. La piedra lunar es una variedad gema del Orthoclase.

Sistema Cristalino Monoclinic
Clase Mineral 09 Silicates
Dureza Mohs 6.0-6.5
Gravedad Específica 2.55-2.63
Color White, pink, cream, gray
Brillo Vitreous
Raya White
Exfoliación Perfect {001}, good {010}
Fractura Uneven to conchoidal
Transparencia Translucent
Hábito Cristalino Prismatic, tabular

Dureza Mohs

Mohs Hardness: 6,0 – 6,5
1 Soft10 Hard
Feldspar (Orthoclase) has a Mohs hardness of 6–6.5 on the 1–10 mineral hardness scale.
Dureza Mohs Reference Mineral
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Sistema Cristalino

Monoclinic
Feldspar (Orthoclase) crystallizes in the Monoclinic crystal system.
Propiedad Value
Sistema Cristalino Monoclinic
Axial Relationships a ≠ b ≠ c, α = γ = 90°, β ≠ 90°

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Feldspar (Orthoclase)?
Feldspar (Orthoclase) has a Mohs hardness of 6.0-6.5.
What crystal system does Feldspar (Orthoclase) belong to?
Feldspar (Orthoclase) crystallizes in the Monoclinic crystal system.
What color is Feldspar (Orthoclase)?
Feldspar (Orthoclase) is typically White, pink, cream, gray.
What type of luster does Feldspar (Orthoclase) have?
Feldspar (Orthoclase) exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Feldspar (Orthoclase)?
The chemical formula of Feldspar (Orthoclase) is KAlSi3O8.