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Epidote and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Epidote Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.25-3.50  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Fibrous  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{001} perfect and {100} imperfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2(Fe3+ ,Al)Si 3O 12(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Epidote and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Epidote 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 Epidote and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Epidote and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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