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Rubellite and Hibschite Physical Properties


Hibschite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.01-3.06   
3.05-3.08   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
6.5   

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.   
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Rubellite and Hibschite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Hibschite 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 Hibschite chemical formula.

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Rubellite and Hibschite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Hibschite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Hibschite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Hibschite is 3.05-3.08.

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