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Ruby and Nickeline Physical Properties


Nickeline and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
No true cleavage   
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
9   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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