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Ruby and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
No true cleavage   
Imperfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
9   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Be3Al2Si6O18   

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Ruby and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Beryl 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 Beryl chemical formula.

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Ruby and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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