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Chlorapatite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Rubellite and Chlorapatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.17-3.18   
3.01-3.06   

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

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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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Chlorapatite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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Chlorapatite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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

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