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If the garnet is a color other than red, then yes. Garnet and ruby also have different crystal systems that can be distinguished by the examination of naturally occurring specimens. Once cut and polished, it would be difficult to distinguish between a red colored garnet and a ruby if both were gem grade.

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Is garnet from Steven universe a fusion?

Garnet is a fusion of ruby and sapphire


Why might it be important for a mineralogist to distingish between a ruby and a garnet?

They are two completely different stones to start with. While there are garnets that have a deep red color it has more of a brown cast to it and, owing to its chemical composition being mainly silicon and oxygen, is softer than ruby. While Garnet is used in jewelry it is a semi-precious stone. Ruby's chemical structure is based on aluminum an oxygen and ranks 9 on Moh's Hardness scale, just under diamond. Ruby is classed as a precious stone and, depending on the quality, may cost as much as diamond. Short answer is, if a mineralogist mistook garnet for ruby or ruby for garnet, and was verifying a sale, he could cause a loss of money on either side.


Is Merilani Mint garnet the same as Tsavorite?

No, Merelani Mint garnet is not the same as Tsavorite. Both are green grossular garnets but the mint garnet does not have enough color saturation to be considered a tsavorite. They occur in the same geological environment but the Mint garnet is not imparted with enough chromium or vanadium to give it the saturation necessary to call it tsavorite. This is like green beryl vs emerald or the difference between pink sapphire and ruby.


What is the Birth stone for January?

Most cultures consider the garnet as the birthstone for those born in January.


Difference ruby and garnet?

a ruby is a precious stone that is brilliant in colour and almost glows when you hold it to the light, a garnet is a semi-precious stone, it is red as well but dull it is mostly used for costume jewellery.

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Can you tell the difference between a garnet and a ruby by looking?

If the garnet is a color other than red, then yes. Garnet and ruby also have different crystal systems that can be distinguished by the examination of naturally occurring specimens. Once cut and polished, it would be difficult to distinguish between a red colored garnet and a ruby if both were gem grade.


Is garnet from Steven universe a fusion?

Garnet is a fusion of ruby and sapphire


What was Ruby and Garnet's mum called?

opal


What are the names of the twins in double act a Jacqueline Wilson book?

Ruby and Garnet. Ruby is the louder one who wants to act and Garnet is the quiet one who reads a lot :)


When Garnet and Peridot fuse what gem will they be Steven Universe?

ruby


What is the specific gravity of garnet?

Specific gravity of corundum is between 3.95-4.01.


Why might it be important for a mineralogist to distingish between a ruby and a garnet?

They are two completely different stones to start with. While there are garnets that have a deep red color it has more of a brown cast to it and, owing to its chemical composition being mainly silicon and oxygen, is softer than ruby. While Garnet is used in jewelry it is a semi-precious stone. Ruby's chemical structure is based on aluminum an oxygen and ranks 9 on Moh's Hardness scale, just under diamond. Ruby is classed as a precious stone and, depending on the quality, may cost as much as diamond. Short answer is, if a mineralogist mistook garnet for ruby or ruby for garnet, and was verifying a sale, he could cause a loss of money on either side.


What are the twins called in Jacqueline Wilson's Double Act?

The twins in Jacqueline Wilson's Double Act are named Ruby and Garnet. They are identical twins who have contrasting personalities and experiences growing up.


What necklace is Kate Hudson wearing in How do you loose a guy in 10 days its a garnet or ruby choker?

Ruby necklace


Is Merilani Mint garnet the same as Tsavorite?

No, Merelani Mint garnet is not the same as Tsavorite. Both are green grossular garnets but the mint garnet does not have enough color saturation to be considered a tsavorite. They occur in the same geological environment but the Mint garnet is not imparted with enough chromium or vanadium to give it the saturation necessary to call it tsavorite. This is like green beryl vs emerald or the difference between pink sapphire and ruby.


What is the difference between Pokemon Ruby and Pokemon Ruby v1.1?

v1.1 is Cheat Enable One


What is the difference between ruby and sapphire?

the pokemon u catch