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Starlite and Richterite Physical Properties


Richterite and Starlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73   
3.0-3.5   

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

Cleavage
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Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Starlite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

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Starlite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.

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