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Riebeckite and Jadeite Physical Properties


Jadeite 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   
3.28-3.38   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Difficult, Fibrous   

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

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Riebeckite and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Jadeite 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 Jadeite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.

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