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Zoisite and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50   
3.97-4.05   

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

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
No true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
9   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Al 2 O 3   

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Zoisite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Ruby chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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