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Heliodor and Corundum Physical Properties


Corundum and Heliodor Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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insoluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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3.90-4.05   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
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None – parting in 3 directions   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
9   

Chemical Composition
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Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Heliodor and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Heliodor and Corundum 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 Heliodor and Corundum chemical formula.

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Heliodor and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Heliodor and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Heliodor and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Heliodor is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.

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