Bayldonite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Bayldonite

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

5.503.28-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.55.0-6.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2

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Bayldonite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bayldonite and Riebeckite 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 Bayldonite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2

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Bayldonite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bayldonite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bayldonite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bayldonite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.