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Star Ruby and Benitoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble: HCl
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
3.61-3.68
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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[10 1 1] poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Star Ruby and Benitoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Benitoite 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 Benitoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Star Ruby and Benitoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Benitoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Benitoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.61-3.68 whereas that of Benitoite is 3.61-3.68.