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Ruby and Verdite Physical Properties


Verdite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
2.80-3.0   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Not Available   

Cleavage
No true cleavage   
{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
9   
3   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   

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Ruby and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Verdite 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 Verdite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.

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