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Star Ruby and Ceylonite Physical Properties


Ceylonite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
3.63-3.9  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
(Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references  

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Star Ruby and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Ceylonite 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 Ceylonite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.

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