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Datolite and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
3.97-4.05  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
No true cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
9  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2 O 3  

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Datolite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Ruby 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 Datolite and Ruby chemical formula.

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Datolite and Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.97-4.05 whereas that of Ruby is 3.97-4.05.

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