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Topazolite and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Topazolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
3.97-4.05   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
No true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
9   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Al 2 O 3   

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Topazolite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite 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 Topazolite and Ruby chemical formula.

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Topazolite and Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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