×

Rubellite
Rubellite

Smoky Quartz
Smoky Quartz



ADD
Compare
X
Rubellite
X
Smoky Quartz

Rubellite and Smoky Quartz 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
3.01-3.062.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.57
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.
SiO2

Rubellite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Rubellite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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