Sard and Rubellite Physical Properties

Sard and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sard and Rubellite 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 Sard and Rubellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sard- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• 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.

Sard and Rubellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sard and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sard and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sard is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.