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Star Ruby and Shattuckite Physical Properties


Shattuckite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
3.80-4.15  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
perfect along [010] and [100]  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Star Ruby and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.

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