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Ruby and Stichtite Physical Properties

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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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05
2.11-2.20
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.