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Starlite and Erythrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.91-4.733.06
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Sectile Curved shavings or scrapings produced by a knife blade, (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Starlite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Starlite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.