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Linarite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Linarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.35  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Linarite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite 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 Linarite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Linarite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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