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Sapphire and Andesine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.032.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
96-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Sapphire and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Andesine 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 Sapphire and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Sapphire and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.