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Ruby and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Insoluble in acids  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
4.20-4.30  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}  

Mohs Hardness
9  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Ruby and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

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Ruby and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.

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