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Ruby and Schorlomite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
3.77-3.93
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.