Rubellite and Poldervaartite Physical Properties

Rubellite and Poldervaartite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Poldervaartite 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 Poldervaartite 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 Poldervaartite- (Ca,Mn2+ ) 2(SiO 3OH)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Rubellite and Poldervaartite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Poldervaartite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Poldervaartite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 2.91 whereas that of Poldervaartite is 2.91.