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Star Ruby and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
5.5-6.0  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{001} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Star Ruby and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Baddeleyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Baddeleyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 5.5-6.0 whereas that of Baddeleyite is 5.5-6.0.

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