Swiss blue topaz and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Swiss blue topaz

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.28-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.0-6.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Swiss blue topaz and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Swiss blue topaz 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 Swiss blue topaz and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Swiss blue topaz and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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