Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite Physical Properties

Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite 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 Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Pumpellyite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe,Mn,Al) 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Sapphire and Pumpellyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Sapphire is 3.20-3.30 whereas that of Pumpellyite is 3.20-3.30.