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Star Ruby and Wulfenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
6.50-7.00
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Star Ruby and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Ruby and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Star Ruby and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Ruby and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Ruby and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Ruby is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.