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Richterite and Serendibite Physical Properties


Serendibite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
3.43-3.44   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
None Observed   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 2(Mg,Al) 6(Si,Al,B) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Richterite and Serendibite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Serendibite 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 Serendibite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Serendibite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Serendibite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Serendibite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.43-3.44 whereas that of Serendibite is 3.43-3.44.

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