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Richterite and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite 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   
3.1   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Richterite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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