Ulexite and Rubellite Physical Properties

Ulexite

Rubellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.65-1.993.01-3.06

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2-2.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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.

Ulexite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Rubellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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.

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Ulexite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

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