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Lepidocrocite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Al 2 O 3

Lepidocrocite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Sapphire chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Lepidocrocite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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