Ruby and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

Ruby

Transvaal Jade

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.053.55-3.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

97-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al ₂ O ₃

Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ruby and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃
Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Ruby and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.