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Stolzite and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Stolzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2   
3.97-4.05   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}   
No true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
9   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Al 2 O 3   

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Stolzite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Stolzite 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 Stolzite and Ruby chemical formula.

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Stolzite and Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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