Anglesite and Rubellite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
3.01-3.06
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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.
Anglesite and Rubellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anglesite 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 Anglesite and Rubellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- 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.
Anglesite and Rubellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.