Kashmir sapphire and Ettringite Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Kashmir sapphire and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kashmir sapphire and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kashmir sapphire and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kashmir sapphire is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.