Zebra Rock and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Zebra Rock

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.28-3.44

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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Zebra Rock and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zebra Rock 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 Zebra Rock and Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Zebra Rock and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

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