Ammolite and Rubellite Physical Properties

Ammolite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ammolite and Rubellite 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 Ammolite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Rubellite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Ammolite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ammolite and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ammolite and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ammolite is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.