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Ruby and Biotite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
2.7-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
2.5-3.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Ruby and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Ruby and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.