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Ruby Zoisite
Ruby Zoisite

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Ruby Zoisite and Nephrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available2.90-3.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-96-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ruby Zoisite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ruby Zoisite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.