Sapphire and Hemimorphite Physical Properties

Sapphire and Hemimorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Hemimorphite 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 Hemimorphite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al ₂ O ₃
• Chemical formula of Hemimorphite- Zn 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Hemimorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Hemimorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Hemimorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 3.30-3.50 whereas that of Hemimorphite is 3.30-3.50.