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Crocoite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Crocoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Crocoite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite 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 Crocoite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Crocoite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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