Glass and Ruby Physical Properties

Glass and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Glass 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 Glass and Ruby chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Glass- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃

Glass and Ruby Specific Gravity

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