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Uvite 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
2.97-3.14
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uvite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uvite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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