Rubellite and Plasma Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.01-3.06
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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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 Plasma Chemical Formula
While comparing Rubellite and Plasma 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 Plasma 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 Plasma Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Plasma Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Plasma Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is Not Available whereas that of Plasma is Not Available.