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Gibbsite
Gibbsite

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Gibbsite 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
2.353.95-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al(OH)3
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gibbsite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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

Gibbsite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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