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Star Ruby and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
2.60-2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Star Ruby and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Albite 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 Star Ruby and Albite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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