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Umbalite and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Umbalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.62-4.33  
3.97-4.05  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
No true cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
9  

Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
Al 2 O 3  

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Umbalite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Umbalite 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 Umbalite and Ruby chemical formula.

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Umbalite and Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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