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Microlite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5   
3.28-3.44   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Microlite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Microlite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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

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