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Richterite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5
1.93-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Richterite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Richterite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.