Scorodite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.28-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.0-6.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Scorodite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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