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Opal Australia and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Opal Australia Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.28-3.44   

Fracture
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Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
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Opal Australia and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Australia 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 Opal Australia and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Opal Australia and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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

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