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Leucite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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