Rubellite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties

Rubellite

Quartz Smoky

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.01-3.06Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57

2 10

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.

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Rubellite and Quartz Smoky Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Quartz Smoky 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 Quartz Smoky 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 Quartz Smoky Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Quartz Smoky Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Quartz Smoky Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is Not Available whereas that of Quartz Smoky is Not Available.