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Richterite and Aquamarine Physical Properties


Aquamarine and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
2.66-2.80   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
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Cleavage
Perfect   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
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Be3Al2SiO6   

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Richterite and Aquamarine Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine chemical formula.

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Richterite and Aquamarine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Aquamarine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Aquamarine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.66-2.80 whereas that of Aquamarine is 2.66-2.80.

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