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Analcime and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite and Analcime Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.24-2.29   
3.0-3.5   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Very poor [100]   
Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
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Analcime and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Analcime 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 Analcime and Richterite chemical formula.

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Analcime and Richterite Specific Gravity

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

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