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Rubellite and Bloodstone Physical Properties


Bloodstone 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   
2.63-2.65   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
7   

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.   
SiO2   

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Rubellite and Bloodstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Bloodstone 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 Bloodstone chemical formula.

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Rubellite and Bloodstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Bloodstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Bloodstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 2.63-2.65 whereas that of Bloodstone is 2.63-2.65.

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