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Star Ruby and Stolzite Physical Properties


Stolzite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
2.5-3  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
PbWO4  

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Star Ruby and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.

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