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Inderite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Rubellite and Inderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.79   
3.01-3.06   

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

Cleavage
{110} Good   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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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Inderite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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Inderite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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

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