Ruby and Witherite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.054.27-4.35

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

{010} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

93-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al ₂ O ₃

BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby and Witherite 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 Witherite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃
Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Ruby and Witherite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.