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Stibiotantalite and Rubellite Physical Properties


Rubellite and Stibiotantalite 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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3.01-3.06   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
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.   

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Stibiotantalite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stibiotantalite 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 Stibiotantalite and Rubellite chemical formula.

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Stibiotantalite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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

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