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Thulite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

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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
3.13.95-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Star Ruby 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 Thulite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.