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Tugtupite and Sapphire Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.60
3.95-4.03
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
None, but may exhibit parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
9
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2 O 3

Tugtupite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite and Sapphire chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3

Tugtupite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.