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Dravite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dravite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dravite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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