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Edenite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

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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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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.373.95-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite 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 Edenite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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