Rhyolite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

Rhyolite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhyolite- 70% SiO2, Al2O3, Na2O, K2O
• Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhyolite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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