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Vishnevite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Vishnevite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.28-3.44   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
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Vishnevite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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

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