Radiolarite and Sapphire Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite and Sapphire chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al ₂ O ₃

Radiolarite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

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