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Sapphire and Natrolite 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
3.95-4.032.20-2.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
Perfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
95-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.