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Riebeckite
Riebeckite

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Riebeckite and Moroxite 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
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.443.13-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Riebeckite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Riebeckite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.