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Ruby and Anorthite Physical Properties


Anorthite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.77  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]  

Mohs Hardness
9  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Ruby and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.

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