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Ruby and Nickeline Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
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Ruby and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.