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Rubellite Tourmaline and Dravite Physical Properties


Dravite and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.03-3.18   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ag   
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline and Dravite 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 Dravite chemical formula.

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite Tourmaline and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite Tourmaline and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite Tourmaline is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.

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