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Uvite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Uvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97-3.14  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
-9999  

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)  

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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.

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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.

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