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Celestine 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Celestine and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Celestine 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 Celestine and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Celestine and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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