Ruby Zoisite and Serendibite Physical Properties

Ruby Zoisite and Serendibite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Serendibite 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 Serendibite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ruby Zoisite- Al2SiO5
• Chemical formula of Serendibite- Ca 2(Mg,Al) 6(Si,Al,B) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ruby Zoisite and Serendibite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Serendibite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Serendibite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 3.43-3.44 whereas that of Serendibite is 3.43-3.44.