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Sapphire and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.

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