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Starlite and Muscovite Physical Properties


Muscovite and Starlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73   
2.78-2.88   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Micaceous, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on the {001}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
2-3   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Starlite and Muscovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Muscovite 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 Muscovite chemical formula.

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Starlite and Muscovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Muscovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Muscovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 2.78-2.88 whereas that of Muscovite is 2.78-2.88.

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