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Ruby and Shigaite Physical Properties


Shigaite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Moderately flexible   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
2.32   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
No true cleavage   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
9   
2   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Not Available   

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Ruby and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.

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