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Star Ruby and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
3.28-3.44  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Splintery  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5.0-6.0  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2  

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Star Ruby and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.

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