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What is a gem in the corundum family?
A gem in the corundum family is a type of gemstone that belongs to the mineral species corundum. Examples of gemstones in the corundum family include rubies, which are red corundum, and sapphires, which come in various colors except red. These gemstones are prized for their hardness (second only to diamonds) and beautiful colors.
What type of rock is corundum?
aka Carborundum- it is the second hardest naturally occurring substance, #9 on the Mohs scale ( Diamond is l0) Corundum is found in Rubies, sapphires, and more prosaically aluminum oxide sandpapers and grinding wheels made by I believe the carborundum division of Union Carbide. they had some connection with General Stilwell who was, after all a C.O.E. officer ( Corps of Engineers)/
Is a sapphire an igneous rock?
Original Answer by ...? (with edit):Sapphire isn't a rock, it's a mineral.who ever wrote this know that people asks "In which type of ROCK does the sapphire falls in " okay and yes it is not a rock and no its not an igneous rock its a metamorphic rock .Edit (by Luke Tomaneng): I can understand the confusion, because sapphire can sometimes be found in igneous rocks (and, as the answer in italic states, some metamorphic rocks as well). Though it is not a "rock" of its own, I suppose sapphire can at times be considered to be part of an igneous rock.
What type of a rock is bloodstone?
i believe a diamond, because in Africa much blood is shed for the precious rock.
What volcanic rock is cooled lava made up of?
Igneous rock is made up of volcanic rock that is cooled after flowing as lava. Much of this type of rock is made up of sulphur and iron. Crystals also form from this type of melting.
How much does river rock weigh?
The weight of the river rock depends with the size and the type of rock in question. There are some yard river rocks that weigh up to 2700 pounds.
How much does a rock weigh?
It depends on the size of the rock and what type of rock it is. Some rocks are more dense than others, so they weigh more or less depending on that.
What type of mineral is sapphire?
Corundum.
What is a gem in the corundum family?
A gem in the corundum family is a type of gemstone that belongs to the mineral species corundum. Examples of gemstones in the corundum family include rubies, which are red corundum, and sapphires, which come in various colors except red. These gemstones are prized for their hardness (second only to diamonds) and beautiful colors.
How much does a large marble weigh?
Marble is a type of rock and it exist in nature as a mountain or hill. There is no size limit for this answer. It can weight a few kg for construction marble cut to a few Gigaton of mountain rock.
Is ruby a type of crystal?
A ruby is a crystal form of the mineral corundum.
What is the scientific name for ruby?
The scientific name for ruby is corundum. It is a type of aluminum oxide mineral known for its red color due to traces of chromium.
What type of rock is corundum?
aka Carborundum- it is the second hardest naturally occurring substance, #9 on the Mohs scale ( Diamond is l0) Corundum is found in Rubies, sapphires, and more prosaically aluminum oxide sandpapers and grinding wheels made by I believe the carborundum division of Union Carbide. they had some connection with General Stilwell who was, after all a C.O.E. officer ( Corps of Engineers)/
How much does a loon weigh?
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How much does a pirahna weigh?
It depends on the type of pirahna
How much does a baby bunny weigh?
Depends on type
How much does an earaser weigh?
Type your answer here... 1g
