Riebeckite and Rossmanite Physical Properties

Riebeckite and Rossmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Riebeckite and Rossmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Rossmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Rossmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3 whereas that of Rossmanite is 3.