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Ruby Zoisite and Kornerupine Physical Properties


Kornerupine and Ruby Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.25-3.45   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
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Good on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-9   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
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Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Ruby Zoisite and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Kornerupine 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 Zoisite and Kornerupine chemical formula.

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Ruby Zoisite and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.

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