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Riebeckite and Analcime Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.442.24-2.29
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Very poor [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.05-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Analcime 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 Riebeckite and Analcime chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.