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Marialite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2 O 3

Marialite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Marialite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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