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Star Ruby and Scheelite Physical Properties


Scheelite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
5.9-6.3   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Star Ruby and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.

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