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Ruby and Ulexite 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
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
No true cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ruby and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ruby and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.