Starlite and Amethyst Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
insoluble in common solvents
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73
  
2.65
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
Not Available
  
Indiscernible
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
7
  
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
SiO2
  
Starlite and Amethyst Chemical Formula
While comparing Starlite and Amethyst 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 Starlite and Amethyst chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
Starlite and Amethyst Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.