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Milarite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Milarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.52-2.60  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Milarite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite 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 Milarite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Milarite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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