Milk Opal and Rubellite Physical Properties

Milk Opal and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milk Opal 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 Milk Opal 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.

Milk Opal and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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