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Ruby and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
9  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
SiO2  

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Ruby and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Ruby and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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