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Violane 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
3.22-3.403.28-3.44
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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
5-65.0-6.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Violane and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Violane and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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