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Sapphire and Hambergite Physical Properties

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
3.95-4.03
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sapphire and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sapphire and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.