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Ruby and Realgar Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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3.97-4.05
Conchoidal
No true cleavage
9
Al 2 O 3
 
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3.56
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{010} Good
-9999
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ruby and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.

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Ruby and Realgar Specific Gravity

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