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Umbalite
Umbalite

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Umbalite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

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
3.62-4.333.28-3.44
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
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
7-7.55.0-6.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Umbalite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Umbalite 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 Umbalite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Umbalite- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Umbalite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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