Rubellite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

Rubellite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rubellite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.