Rubellite and Sussexite Physical Properties

Rubellite and Sussexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite and Sussexite 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 Sussexite 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 Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rubellite and Sussexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite and Sussexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite and Sussexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite is 3.30 whereas that of Sussexite is 3.30.