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Richterite and Glaucophane Physical Properties


Glaucophane 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   
3-3.15   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect   
Good on [110] and on [001]   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.0-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2   

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Richterite and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

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Richterite and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.

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