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Rubellite and Papagoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.01-3.06
3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5-5.5
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.
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rubellite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite 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 Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rubellite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.