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Star Ruby and Variscite Physical Properties


Variscite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2.42-2.58  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
[010] perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
4-5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)  

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Star Ruby and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.

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