Golden Beryl and Rubellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.8
  
3.01-3.06
  
Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.0
  
7-7.5
  
Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
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.
  
Golden Beryl and Rubellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Golden Beryl 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 Golden Beryl and Rubellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be3Al2SiO6
- 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.
Golden Beryl and Rubellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.