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Riebeckite
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Riebeckite and Dumortierite 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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.443.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.07-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Riebeckite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Riebeckite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.