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Riebeckite and Smaragdite 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
3.24-3.50
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}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Riebeckite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.