Kashmir sapphire and Fibrolite Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire and Fibrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire and Fibrolite 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 Fibrolite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kashmir sapphire and Fibrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kashmir sapphire and Fibrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kashmir sapphire and Fibrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kashmir sapphire is 3.14-3.25 whereas that of Fibrolite is 3.14-3.25.