Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties

Adamite

Rubellite Tourmaline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.32-4.48

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1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5

2.5-3

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag

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Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Rubellite Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is Not Available whereas that of Rubellite Tourmaline is Not Available.