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Dumortierite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.26-3.41   
3.28-3.44   

Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}   
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
7-8.5   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18   
Not Available   

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Dumortierite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Dumortierite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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

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