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Rubellite and Bronzite Physical Properties


Bronzite 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   
3.35   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
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.   
(Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Rubellite and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Bronzite 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 Bronzite chemical formula.

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Rubellite and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.

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