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Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ag

Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag

Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Rubellite Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is Not Available whereas that of Rubellite Tourmaline is Not Available.