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Rubellite and Beudantite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.01-3.064.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
distinct; good on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.53.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 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.
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Rubellite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Beudantite 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 Beudantite chemical formula.

  • 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.
  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Rubellite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.