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Rubellite and Gibbsite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.01-3.062.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.52.5-3
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.
Al(OH)3

Rubellite and Gibbsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite- Al(OH)3

Rubellite and Gibbsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Gibbsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Gibbsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 2.35 whereas that of Gibbsite is 2.35.