Oligoclase | |
Chemical Formula |
(Ca,Na)(Al,Si)4O8, where Ca/(Ca + Na) (% anorthite) is between 10%–30% |
Species |
Silicates |
Mohs Scale |
6 |
Specific Gravity |
2.64-2.66 |
Color |
usually white, with shades of grey, green, or red. |
Streak |
White |
Luster |
Vitreous |
Refractive Index |
nα=1.533–1.543; nβ=1.537–1.548; nγ=1.542–1.552 |
Diaphaneity |
Translucent |
Cleavage |
Perfect |
Fracture |
Step-Like |