Leucite
Formula: K[AlSi2O6]
Hardness: 5.5-6 Density: 2.5
K2O 21.50%, Al2O3 23.50%, SiO2 55%
An alumino-silicate common to granites and feldspars, often accompanied by nepheline. Easily fluxed below 1000C.
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K-Feldspar
Most common feldspars contain both sodium and potassium. The term K-Feldspar designates one where th |
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Nepheline
A feldspathoid silica-undersaturated aluminosilicate mineral. |
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Potash Feldspar
A feldspar having a KNaO content that predominates in potassium. |
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leucite
Leucite at Wikipedia.com |
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http://www.handbookofmineralogy.org/pdfs/Leucite.pdf
Leucite mineralogy data |
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