Sapphire and Scapolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
insoluble
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
  
2.58-2.74
  
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
  
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
  
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
9
  
5.5-6
  
Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
  
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Sapphire and Scapolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sapphire and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
- Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Sapphire and Scapolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.
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