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Esperite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

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
4.28-4.42
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Esperite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Esperite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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