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Star Ruby and Gibbsite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.102.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
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{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al(OH)3

Star Ruby and Gibbsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gibbsite- Al(OH)3

Star Ruby and Gibbsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Gibbsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Gibbsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.35 whereas that of Gibbsite is 2.35.