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Riebeckite and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Gaylussite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
decomposes in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44   
1.93-1.99   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)   

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Riebeckite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.

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