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Ruby and Amblygonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
2.98-3.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Amblygonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Amblygonite 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 Amblygonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Amblygonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.

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