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Ruby and Vlasovite Physical Properties


Vlasovite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05   
2.97   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
No true cleavage   
Distinct on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
9   
6   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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