Calcite Satin Spar and Rubellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.67-2.73
3.01-3.06
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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.
Calcite Satin Spar and Rubellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Calcite Satin Spar 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 Calcite Satin Spar and Rubellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- 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.
Calcite Satin Spar and Rubellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.