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Feldspar exhibits two directions of perfect cleavage that intersect at approximately 90 degrees. This characteristic allows feldspar crystals to break along these planes, resulting in smooth surfaces. The cleavages are typically observed in two forms: one that is more prominent and can be seen in plagioclase feldspar, and another that is more subtle in potassium feldspar. This cleavage is a key diagnostic feature in identifying feldspar minerals.

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