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Ruby and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
3.177   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
No true cleavage   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
9   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Ruby and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.

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