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Prehnite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [001]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Prehnite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite 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 Prehnite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Prehnite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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