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Ruby and Cerussite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
6.46-6.57
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
Good [110] and [021]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.