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Lazulite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Lazulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.04-3.17  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Lazulite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Lazulite 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 Lazulite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Lazulite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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