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Riebeckite and Biotite Physical Properties


Biotite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44  
2.7-3.3  

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery  
Uneven, Even  

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

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0  
2.5-3.0  

Chemical Composition
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2  
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  

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Riebeckite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.

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