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Nosean and Sapphire Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.403.95-4.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available9
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Al 2 O 3

Nosean and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean 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 Nosean and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Nosean and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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