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Riebeckite and Sunstone Physical Properties


Sunstone and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44   
2.62-2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   
001   

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Riebeckite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.

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