Rubellite and Obsidian Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.01-3.06
2.35-2.60
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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.
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Rubellite and Obsidian Chemical Formula
While comparing Rubellite and Obsidian 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 Obsidian 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.
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Rubellite and Obsidian Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.