Rubellite Tourmaline and Uvite Physical Properties

Rubellite Tourmaline and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag
• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Rubellite Tourmaline and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rubellite Tourmaline and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rubellite Tourmaline and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rubellite Tourmaline is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.