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Star Ruby and Pyrite Physical Properties


Pyrite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
insoluble in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
5.00-5.20  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Star Ruby and Pyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Pyrite 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 Pyrite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Pyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.

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