Sapphire and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
4.06-4.08
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
{???} Perfect
Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Sapphire and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sapphire and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
- Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Sapphire and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.
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