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Star Ruby and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Irregular  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Star Ruby and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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