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Childrenite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.06-3.25
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor/indistinct on {100}
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Childrenite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite 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 Childrenite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Childrenite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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