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Danburite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2 O 3

Danburite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Sapphire 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 Danburite and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Danburite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.

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