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Gemstones, Ruby and sapphire are impure forms of

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CaO2
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Al2O3
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Fe2O3
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Al2O3 and Fe2O3 respectively
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Solution

The correct option is B Al2O3
Many gemstones are​ impure forms of Al2O3.
Both ruby and sapphire are forms of Al2O3 with impurities Cr and Co respectively.
These impurities gives colour to the gemstones.

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