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Rubellite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Rubellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.01-3.06   
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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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Rubellite and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Apache Tear 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 Rubellite and Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Rubellite and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

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

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