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Ruby and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Gaylussite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Decomposes in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
1.93-1.99  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
perfect [110]  

Mohs Hardness
9  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)  

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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.

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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.

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