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Riebeckite and Goldstone Physical Properties


Goldstone and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44   
2.50-2.80   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Au   

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Riebeckite and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Goldstone 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 Goldstone chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.

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