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Rubellite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.01-3.063.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.53.5-4
Amber
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.
MnCO3

Rubellite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Rubellite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.