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Moss Agate and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Moss Agate Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Moss Agate and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Moss Agate and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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