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Ruby and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.