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Ruby and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
1.993  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  

Mohs Hardness
9  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
KCl  

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Ruby and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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