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Ruby and Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chalcedony and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Absent  

Mohs Hardness
9  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
SiO2  

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Ruby and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Ruby and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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