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Sapphire and Sylvite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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insoluble
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3.95-4.03
Uneven
None, but may exhibit parting
9
Al 2 O 3
 
Brittle
Soluble
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1.993
Uneven
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
2.5
KCl

Sapphire and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Sapphire and Sylvite Specific Gravity

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