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Star Ruby and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
8   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
MgAl2O4   

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Star Ruby and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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