Ruby and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Ruby

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.052.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

95-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al ₂ O ₃

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Ruby and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃
Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Ruby and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.