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Question:

The transition metal ions responsible for color in Ruby and Emerald are, respectively:

Co3+andCo3+

Cr3+andCr3+

Cr3+andCo3+

Co3+andCr3+

Solution:

Ruby is Al2O3 in which Red colour is obtained when Cr+3 is replacing Al+3 ions in octahedral sites. Emerald is Be3Al2(SiO3)6 in which green colour is obtained when Cr+3 is replacing Al+3 in octahedral site. Hence, the correct option is C.