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Hibschite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Hibschite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.08  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Hibschite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite 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 Hibschite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Hibschite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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