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Riebeckite and Marialite 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
3.28-3.442.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.05.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Riebeckite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Riebeckite and Marialite Specific Gravity

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