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Cat s Eye and Rubellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.5-3.83.01-3.06
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
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.

Cat s Eye and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cat s Eye 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 Cat s Eye and Rubellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cat s Eye- BeAl 2 O 4
  • 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.

Cat s Eye and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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