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Papagoite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.253.95-4.03
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.59
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2 O 3

Papagoite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Papagoite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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