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Riebeckite and Stichtite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.442.11-2.20
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.