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Corundum
Corundum

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Corundum and Milky quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
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1.6 Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
9Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Corundum and Milky quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum and Milky quartz 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 Corundum and Milky quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Corundum and Milky quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Corundum and Milky quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Corundum and Milky quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Corundum is Not Available whereas that of Milky quartz is Not Available.