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Grossular Garnet and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.6   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
None   
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
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Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12   
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Grossular Garnet and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet 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 Grossular Garnet and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Grossular Garnet and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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