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Amazonite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Amazonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.57   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
KAlSi3O8   
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Amazonite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Star 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 Amazonite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Amazonite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.

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