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Riebeckite
Riebeckite

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Riebeckite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.442.00-2.45
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.02-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Riebeckite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Riebeckite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.