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Geodes and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite and Geodes Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.0-3.5  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
-  
Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2  

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Geodes and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Geodes 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 Geodes and Richterite chemical formula.

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Geodes and Richterite Specific Gravity

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

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