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Starlite and Uvite Physical Properties


Uvite and Starlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73   
2.97-3.14   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Starlite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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Starlite and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.

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