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Ruby and Nosean Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
2.30-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Ruby and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Ruby and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.