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Rubellite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.01-3.06   
2.65-2.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
Not Available   

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.   
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Rubellite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Rubellite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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