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Hureaulite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Hureaulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.19   
3.28-3.44   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Hureaulite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hureaulite 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 Hureaulite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Hureaulite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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

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