Home
Gemstones


Ruby and Vlasovite Physical Properties


Vlasovite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.97  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Distinct on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
9  
6  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
-  

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Ruby and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

Compare Precious Gemstones

Ruby and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.

Precious Gemstones

Precious Gemstones


Compare Precious Gemstones