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Pietersite and Corundum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.90-4.05
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
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None – parting in 3 directions
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Pietersite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Corundum 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 Pietersite and Corundum chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Pietersite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pietersite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pietersite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pietersite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.