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Chrysoprase and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Chrysoprase and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Chrysoprase and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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