Dioptase and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Dioptase and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dioptase 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 Dioptase and Riebeckite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Dioptase- CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Dioptase and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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