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Ruby and Scorodite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.97-4.05-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Cleavage

No true cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

Mohs Hardness

93.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Al 2 O 3
FeAsO4·2H2O

Ruby and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Scorodite- FeAsO4·2H2O

Ruby and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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