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Star Ruby and Vivianite Physical Properties


Vivianite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2.64-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
None  
{010} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Star Ruby and Vivianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Vivianite 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 Vivianite chemical formula.

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Star Ruby and Vivianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.

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