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Ruby and Cryolite Physical Properties


Cryolite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.97  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
None observed  

Mohs Hardness
9  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
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Ruby and Cryolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Cryolite 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 Cryolite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Cryolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Cryolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Cryolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.97 whereas that of Cryolite is 2.97.

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