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Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties


Rubellite Tourmaline and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
Not Available   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ag   

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Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific Gravity

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

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