Kashmir sapphire and Atacamite Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire and Atacamite Chemical Formula

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

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• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Kashmir sapphire and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kashmir sapphire and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kashmir sapphire and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kashmir sapphire is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.