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Star Ruby and White Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
1.98-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Star Ruby and White Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and White Opal 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 White Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of White Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Star Ruby and White Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and White Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and White Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of White Opal is 1.98-2.50.