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Ruby and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties


Vesuvianite Idocrase and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
3.25-3.50  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
9  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Ruby and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Vesuvianite Idocrase chemical formula.

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Ruby and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.

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