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Ametrine and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite and Ametrine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65   
3.0-3.5   

Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
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Ametrine and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Richterite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Ametrine and Richterite chemical formula.

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Ametrine and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.

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