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Scorzalite and Ruby Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
3.97-4.05
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
No true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2 O 3

Scorzalite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Ruby 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 Scorzalite and Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3

Scorzalite and Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 3.97-4.05 whereas that of Ruby is 3.97-4.05.