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Ruby and Alexandrite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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3.97-4.05
Conchoidal
No true cleavage
9
Al 2 O 3
 
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3.69-3.81
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1,1 ; 3,2.
8.5
BeAl 2 O 4

Ruby and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Alexandrite 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 Alexandrite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

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