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Ruby and Ajoite Physical Properties


Ajoite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Decomposed by acids  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.96  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Perfect on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
9  
5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)  

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Ruby and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Ajoite 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 Ruby and Ajoite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Ajoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Ajoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Ajoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.96 whereas that of Ajoite is 2.96.

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