Elbaite and Plumbogummite Physical Properties

Elbaite and Plumbogummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elbaite and Plumbogummite 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 Elbaite and Plumbogummite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
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Elbaite and Plumbogummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Elbaite and Plumbogummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Elbaite and Plumbogummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Elbaite is 4.014 whereas that of Plumbogummite is 4.014.