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Corundum and Prismatine Physical Properties


Prismatine and Corundum Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05   
3.34   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   
Not Available   

Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
9   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Corundum and Prismatine Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum and Prismatine 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 Prismatine chemical formula.

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Corundum and Prismatine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Corundum and Prismatine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Corundum and Prismatine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Corundum is 3.34 whereas that of Prismatine is 3.34.

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