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Richterite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2  
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Richterite and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Richterite and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

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

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