Ruby and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Ruby

Gaylussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

decomposes in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.051.93-1.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

perfect [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

92.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al ₂ O ₃

Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Ruby and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃
Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

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Ruby and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.