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Riebeckite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Moroxite 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   
3.13-3.26   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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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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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.

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