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Rubellite Tourmaline and Augite Physical Properties

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
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3.19-3.56
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rubellite Tourmaline and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline and Augite 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 Tourmaline and Augite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag
  • Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rubellite Tourmaline and Augite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite Tourmaline and Augite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite Tourmaline and Augite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite Tourmaline is 3.19-3.56 whereas that of Augite is 3.19-3.56.