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Danburite 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
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Danburite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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

Danburite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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