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Sapphire and Marialite 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
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sapphire and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sapphire and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.