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Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Riesling Beryl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.66-2.86   
3.28-3.44   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.   
Not Available   

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Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite 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 Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riesling Beryl and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riesling Beryl is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.

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