Hyacinth and Ruby Physical Properties

Hyacinth and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth and Ruby chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃

Hyacinth and Ruby Specific Gravity

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