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Richterite and Sanidine Physical Properties


Sanidine and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
2.54-2.61   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect   
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Richterite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

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Richterite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.

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