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Larvikite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Rubellite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.59  
3.01-3.06  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
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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Larvikite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite 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 Larvikite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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

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