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Sapphire and Stichtite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
2.11-2.20
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.

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