Rubellite Tourmaline and Topaz Physical Properties

Rubellite Tourmaline

Topaz

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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

Not Available3.49-3.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

[001] Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-38

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Rubellite Tourmaline and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag
Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite Tourmaline and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite Tourmaline and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite Tourmaline is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.