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Andesine and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Andesine and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine 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 Andesine and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Andesine and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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