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Dravite and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ag

Dravite and Rubellite Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Rubellite Tourmaline chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag

Dravite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific Gravity

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