Sulphur and Starlite Physical Properties

Sulphur

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.083.91-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

Sulphur and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur and Starlite 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 Sulphur and Starlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Sulphur and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulphur and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulphur and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulphur is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.