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Ruby and Stichtite Physical Properties


Stichtite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.11-2.20  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Perfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
9  
-9999  

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  

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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.

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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.

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