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Sapphire and Verdite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.032.80-3.0
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
93
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Sapphire and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire and Verdite 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 Verdite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Sapphire and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sapphire and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sapphire and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sapphire is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.