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Caledonite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Caledonite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Caledonite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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