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Selenite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Selenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.28-3.44   

Fracture
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Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
2   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
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Selenite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Selenite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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

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