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Richterite and Bloodstone Heliotrope Physical Properties


Bloodstone Heliotrope 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   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
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Cleavage
Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
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SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Richterite and Bloodstone Heliotrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Bloodstone Heliotrope 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 Bloodstone Heliotrope chemical formula.

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Richterite and Bloodstone Heliotrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Bloodstone Heliotrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Bloodstone Heliotrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Bloodstone Heliotrope is 2.55-2.70.

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