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Richterite and Kornerupine Physical Properties


Kornerupine 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   
3.25-3.45   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect   
Good on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Richterite and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Kornerupine 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 Kornerupine chemical formula.

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Richterite and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.

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