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Riebeckite and Nosean Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.442.30-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Riebeckite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Riebeckite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.