Pearl and Richterite Physical Properties

Pearl

Richterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.853.0-3.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

none

Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Pearl and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Richterite chemical formula.

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Pearl and Richterite Specific Gravity

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