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Star Ruby and Nickeline Physical Properties


Nickeline and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Star Ruby and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Nickeline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.

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