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Scolecite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Scolecite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.23  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {110} and {1 1 0}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 3O 10 · 3H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Scolecite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Scolecite 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 Scolecite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Scolecite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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