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Riebeckite and Boracite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.442.95-2.96
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.07-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.