Sapphire and Smithsonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
4.00-4.65
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
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Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Sapphire and Smithsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sapphire and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
- Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Sapphire and Smithsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.
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