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Riebeckite and Anatase Physical Properties


Anatase and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44   
3.82-3.97   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   
Perfect on [001] and [011]   

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Riebeckite and Anatase Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Anatase 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 Anatase chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Anatase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Anatase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Anatase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.82-3.97 whereas that of Anatase is 3.82-3.97.

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