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Microlite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Microlite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Microlite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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