Richterite and Star Sapphire Physical Properties

Richterite and Star Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Star Sapphire chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Richterite and Star Sapphire Specific Gravity

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