Willemite and Riebeckite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.89-4.18
3.28-3.44
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Mohs Hardness
5.5
5.0-6.0
Chemical Composition
Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Willemite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula
While comparing Willemite 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 Willemite and Riebeckite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Willemite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.