Ruby and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Ruby

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.053.80-4.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

perfect along [010] and [100]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

93.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al ₂ O ₃

Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃
Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Ruby and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.