White topaz and Ruby Physical Properties

White topaz and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz 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 White topaz and Ruby chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of White topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Ruby- Al ₂ O ₃

White topaz and Ruby Specific Gravity

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