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Star Ruby and Clintonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.103.0-3.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Star Ruby and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Clintonite 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 Clintonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Star Ruby and Clintonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Clintonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Clintonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.0-3.1 whereas that of Clintonite is 3.0-3.1.