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Bayldonite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Rubellite and Bayldonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.50   
3.01-3.06   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
4.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2   
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.   

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Bayldonite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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Bayldonite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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

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