Tektite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Tektite

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

2.34-2.513.28-3.44

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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Tektite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite 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 Tektite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Tektite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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