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Kainite and Rubellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.153.01-3.06
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001}, perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-37-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
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.

Kainite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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  • 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.

Kainite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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