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Swiss blue topaz and Rubellite Physical Properties


Rubellite and Swiss blue topaz 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
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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7-7.5   

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.   

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Swiss blue topaz and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Swiss blue topaz 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 Swiss blue topaz and Rubellite chemical formula.

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Swiss blue topaz and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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

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