Quartz and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Quartz

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

3.28-3.44

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.0-6.0

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Quartz and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Riebeckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Quartz and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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