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Richterite and Citrine Physical Properties


Citrine 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   
2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiO2   

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Richterite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

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Richterite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.

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