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Moldavite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.32-2.383.95-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Moldavite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite 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 Moldavite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Moldavite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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