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Star Ruby and Cordierite Physical Properties


Cordierite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2.57-2.66  

Fracture
Uneven  
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Mg2Al4Si5O18  

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Star Ruby and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Cordierite 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 Cordierite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Cordierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Cordierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.57-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite is 2.57-2.66.

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