Thulite and Sapphire Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
insoluble
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.1
  
3.95-4.03
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
None, but may exhibit parting
  
Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
9
  
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
Al 2 O 3
  
Thulite and Sapphire Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Sapphire 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 Thulite and Sapphire chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
Thulite and Sapphire Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.