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Verdelite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Verdelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Verdelite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdelite 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 Verdelite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Verdelite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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