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Starlite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.91-4.73
Conchoidal
None
6.5-7.5
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
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Partially soluble in water
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1.77
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Perfect on {10 1 0}
2-2.5
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Starlite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

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Starlite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

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