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Zinnwaldite and Star Ruby Physical Properties


Star Ruby and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Zinnwaldite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Star Ruby chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

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

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