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Ruby and Kainite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.052.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
92.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
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Ruby and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
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Ruby and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.