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Hodgkinsonite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.06-4.08   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
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Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Hodgkinsonite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Hodgkinsonite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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