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Elbaite and Kashmir sapphire Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.90-3.10
Uneven, Conchoidal
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
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Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
 
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-9999
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None
-9999
Al2O3

Elbaite and Kashmir sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Elbaite and Kashmir 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 Elbaite and Kashmir sapphire chemical formula.

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Elbaite and Kashmir sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Elbaite and Kashmir sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Elbaite Vs Kashmir sapphire during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Elbaite is whereas that of Kashmir sapphire is .