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Sapphire and Faustite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
2.9
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sapphire and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sapphire and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.