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Ruby and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Chiastolite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
3.00-3.15   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
No true cleavage   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
9   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)   

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Ruby and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.

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