Schultenite and Starlite Physical Properties

Schultenite

Starlite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

5.943-6.073.91-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Schultenite and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite and Starlite 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 Schultenite and Starlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Schultenite and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schultenite and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schultenite and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schultenite is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.