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Sapphire and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.033.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
94-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
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Sapphire and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
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Sapphire and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.