Morganite and Star Ruby Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.71-2.90
  
3.95-4.10
  
Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
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Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
  
Al 2O 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Morganite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula
While comparing Morganite 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 Morganite and Star Ruby chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Morganite- Be3Al2SiO6
- Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Morganite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.