Riebeckite and Pearl Physical Properties

Riebeckite

Pearl

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.44

2.60-2.85

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.0-6.0

2.5-4.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Riebeckite and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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