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Ruby and Sunstone 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
2.62-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
001
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Ruby and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Ruby and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.