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Richterite and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Hiddenite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
3.15-3.21   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Perfect   
1,2 prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
LiAlSi2O6   

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Richterite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.

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