Adularia

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.0
Specific Gravity 2.54 – 2.61
Refractive Index 1.518 – 1.536
Crystal System Monoclinic
Color various
Birefringence 0.005

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Adularia
Mohs hardness of Adularia shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Adularia
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

β a b c Monoclinic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = γ = 90°, β ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Adularia

冰长石是正长石的一种特殊变种,因其独特的蓝色浮光效应(月光效应)而与月光石密切相关。这种效应源自长石内部微细纹层之间光线的散射与干涉。冰长石主要产自阿尔卑斯山脉,特别是瑞士阿杜拉山,晶莹剔透的晶体令人叹为观止。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Adularia?
冰长石是正长石的一种特殊变种,因其独特的蓝色浮光效应(月光效应)而与月光石密切相关。这种效应源自长石内部微细纹层之间光线的散射与干涉。冰长石主要产自阿尔卑斯山脉,特别是瑞士阿杜拉山,晶莹剔透的晶体令人叹为观止。
What is the hardness of Adularia?
Adularia has a Mohs hardness of 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Adularia?
Adularia is primarily Various.
How much does Adularia cost?
Adularia falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Adularia?
Adularia belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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