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Ruby and Enstatite 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
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.