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Star Ruby and Lapis lazuli Physical Properties


Lapis lazuli and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2.50-3.00  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven-Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
3,6  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)8Al6Si6O24(S,SO)4  

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Star Ruby and Lapis lazuli Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Lapis lazuli 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 Lapis lazuli chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Lapis lazuli Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Lapis lazuli Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Lapis lazuli Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.50-3.00 whereas that of Lapis lazuli is 2.50-3.00.

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