Rhodizite and Pietersite Physical Properties

Rhodizite

Pietersite

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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

3.34-3.44Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

8-8.55

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Rhodizite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite and Pietersite 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 Rhodizite and Pietersite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Rhodizite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodizite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodizite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodizite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.