Ruby and Goldstone Physical Properties

Ruby

Goldstone

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.052.50-2.80

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

1.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al ₂ O ₃

Ruby and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Goldstone 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 Goldstone chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃
Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au

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Ruby and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.