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Richterite and Annabergite Physical Properties


Annabergite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
3.07   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect   
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)   

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Richterite and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Annabergite 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 Richterite and Annabergite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.

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