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Starlite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73
3.84
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Starlite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Starlite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.