Standard Block: Orthoclase

Questionable

NOTES: Not homogeneous, considerable zoning in Na/K ratios that are evident on the BSE image. Lovely zoning, though.

Position38
MineralOrthoclase
Sample NameOr
TypeFeldspar
Nominal formulaKAlSi3O8
SupplierCannon Microprobe, Seattle, WA
SourceCrown Pant Mo Mine, Chelan Co., WA
Original reported analysisCalculated from ideal formula
Composition qualityQuestionable
CommentsAnalysis shown is an average based on EDS and stoichiometric constraints.  Ca-free.  Zoning is in Na-K proportions, ±1.2% K.
O
Na
Al
Si
K
46.17
0.58
9.73
30.39
13.12