Albite-rich domains in potash feldspar |
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Authors: | Thomas A Vogel |
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Institution: | (1) Geology Department, Michigan State University, 48823 East Lansing, Michigan |
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Abstract: | Detection of sodium-rich areas in orthoclase by electron microprobe analyses supports a theory for perthite formation that involves a preexsolution stage with sodium atoms clustering to form albite domains coherent with the overall lattice. Orthoclase with a heterogeneous matrix, ranging in composition from one up to 14 weight percent albite, and ranging in size from 2 to 10 microns are present in a hypabyssal nepheline syenite from Beemerville, New Jersey, U.S.A. These become unstable at relatively low concentrations of albite (less than 15 weight percent albite) and exsolve forming incoherent albite grains. |
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