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Riebeckite
Riebeckite

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Riebeckite and Umbalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.443.62-4.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.07-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Riebeckite and Umbalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Umbalite 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 Umbalite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Umbalite- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Riebeckite and Umbalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Umbalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Umbalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Umbalite is 3.62-4.33.