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Vlasovite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Vlasovite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
-  
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Vlasovite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Vlasovite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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