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Riebeckite and Nepouite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44
3.18-3.24
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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Riebeckite and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Nepouite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.