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Riebeckite and Tortoiseshell 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
1.25-1.35
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
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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Riebeckite and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Tortoiseshell Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Tortoiseshell Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Tortoiseshell Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 1.25-1.35 whereas that of Tortoiseshell is 1.25-1.35.