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Richterite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Hurlbutite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
2.90   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Richterite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.

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