Rhodolite and Star Sapphire Physical Properties

Rhodolite and Star Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite and Star Sapphire 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 Rhodolite and Star Sapphire chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Rhodolite and Star Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Star Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Star Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Star Sapphire is 3.90-4.05.