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Hiddenite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Al 2 O 3

Hiddenite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Hiddenite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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