Opal Ethiopia and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Opal Ethiopia

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.28-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.55.0-6.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Opal Ethiopia and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Opal Ethiopia and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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