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Richterite and Axinite Physical Properties


Axinite 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   
3.26-3.36   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
Good on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Richterite and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Axinite 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 Axinite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Axinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Axinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Axinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.26-3.36 whereas that of Axinite is 3.26-3.36.

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