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Sulfur and Rubellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.01-3.06
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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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.

Sulfur and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulfur 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 Sulfur and Rubellite chemical formula.

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  • 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.

Sulfur and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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