Leucite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 2.45 – 2.5
Refractive Index 1.504 – 1.51
Crystal System Tetragonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Poor
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Dispersion 0.01

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Leucite

白榴石是一种钾铝硅酸盐矿物,以其独特的四角三八面体晶形著称,通常呈白色或灰色,透明至半透明。白榴石是火成岩(尤其是富钾的钾玄岩和响岩)中的常见组成矿物,但在地表低温条件下,其高温稳定的等轴晶系结构会转变为假四方晶系。宝石级白榴石几乎不存在,因其硬度较低、颜色欠佳。它在地质研究和工业领域更具价值,是研究火山岩浆演化过程的重要矿物指示剂。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leucite?
白榴石是一种钾铝硅酸盐矿物,以其独特的四角三八面体晶形著称,通常呈白色或灰色,透明至半透明。白榴石是火成岩(尤其是富钾的钾玄岩和响岩)中的常见组成矿物,但在地表低温条件下,其高温稳定的等轴晶系结构会转变为假四方晶系。宝石级白榴石几乎不存在,因其硬度较低、颜色欠佳。它在地质研究和工业领域更具价值,是研究火山岩浆演化过程的重要矿物指示剂。
What is the hardness of Leucite?
Leucite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Leucite?
Leucite is primarily Various.
How much does Leucite cost?
Leucite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Leucite?
Leucite belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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