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Iolite and Sapphire Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.6-2.7
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3,1
7-7.5
Mg2Al4Si5O18
 
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insoluble
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3.95-4.03
Uneven
None, but may exhibit parting
9
Al 2 O 3

Iolite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Sapphire chemical formula.

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Iolite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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