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Piemontite and Ruby Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available3.97-4.05
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct
No true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.59
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Al 2 O 3

Piemontite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Ruby chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3

Piemontite and Ruby Specific Gravity

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