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Xonotlite and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
3.97-4.05  

Fracture
Fibrous  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
No true cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
9  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Al 2 O 3  

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Xonotlite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Ruby chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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