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Polyhalite
Polyhalite

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Polyhalite and Sapphire Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
-

Solubility

Soluble
insoluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.783.95-4.03
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
None, but may exhibit parting

Mohs Hardness

3.59
2 10
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Chemical Composition

K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O
Al 2 O 3

Polyhalite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Polyhalite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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