Starlite and Melanite Physical Properties

Starlite

Melanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.91-4.733.70-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Starlite and Melanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Melanite 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 Melanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Starlite and Melanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Melanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Melanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Melanite is 3.70-4.10.