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Star Ruby and Moroxite Physical Properties


Moroxite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
3.13-3.26  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Star Ruby and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.

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