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Star sapphire is a mineral and a rock at the same time. It is an extremely durable mineral, having a surface hardness ( Mohs) of 9, the same value shared by Carborundum, Ruby and some others. ( Diamond is l0) The star refers to the asterism in the center of the stone. this is how they are formed. They are NOT of extra-terrestrial origin ( this was also believed about Diamonds) that they were literally debris from fallen stars- or meteor-like objects. Not so. There is, however some evidence some ultra-heavy metals may be from ( out of this world) -but not diamonds and Star sapphires.
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∙ 12y agoSapphire is a gemstone variety of the mineral corundum, an aluminum oxide (α-Al2O3), when it is a color other than red, in which case the gem would instead be a ruby. (Wikipedia)
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What kinds of noun describe Sapphire?
The noun 'Sapphire' (upper case S) is a proper noun, the name of a person.The noun 'sapphire' (lower case s) is a common noun, a general word for a bright blue precious stone; a general word for a shade of blue.A noun used to describe another noun is called an attributive noun.Examples:sister Sapphireauthor Sapphirecolor sapphireflame sapphire
Are sapphire carbonate?
No. Sapphire is corundum, which is aluminum oxide.
Is sapphire a semi precious stone?
No. Sapphire is a precious stone.
What is sapphire used for besides jewlerys?
Because of its remarkable hardness, sapphire is used in many applications, including infrared optical components, watch crystals, high-durability windows, and wafers for the deposition of semiconductors, such as GaN nanorods and blue LEDs.Black sapphires are also used a lot in jewelry. They are getting more and more fashion. For good example of black sapphires you can view this website: http://www.cbsgemstones.com
What is the largest cut brown sapphire in the world?
The largest cut brown sapphire in the world is the Ophir Brown Sapphire. The Ophir Brown Sapphire weighs 5,905 carats and has been recognized by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ as the largest cut brown sapphire in the world. The Ophir Brown Sapphire is owned by Ophir Collection, LLC.
What kind of industry is sapphire used in?
Sapphire is commonly used in the electrical and electronics industry mostly. LED chips and most circuits will be made from sapphire.
How do you use sapphire?
There are many possible uses for the stone sapphire. The pretty sapphire stone can be used in jewelry for example.
Is sapphire used to help mankind?
Sapphire is used as a "window" for laser beams and in focusing light in fiber optics.
What is a Blue stone used for jewelry?
Sapphire
Can sapphire be used to make fire?
No , but you can burn sapphire (please don't try this because it'll never work and you'll ruin the sapphire, sell it instead) *cough cough
How is sapphire used?
it is put into a ring and given to a girl
What is the basement key used for in Pokemon sapphire?
its a trick its a trick
What are uses for sapphire?
Sapphire glass windows are used in high pressure chambers for spectroscopy. As well as in the windows in grocery stone barcode scanners.
What kind of gems do you get a big mouth on fantage?
Well, the "big mouth" isn't the exact term, but if u mean "smile"(the one that looks fake and shows teeth which is just a white blob" than it doesn't matter what kind of gems u used, just as long as he combination turns out rare. If u have no idea what i mean, than u can use "ruby, sapphire, sapphire" or "sapphire, sapphire, sapphire" or "emerald, sapphire, sapphire"
How is the sapphire mineral used in everyday life?
Sapphire is one of the most popular jewellery stones. Sapphire heals, nourishes, and brings order to the mind. Its energy permeates the fabric of the mind, clearing out mental "garbage".
What are some literary devices used in the novel Push by Sapphire?
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How do you spell Sapphire in Japanese?
サファイア　ｓａ・ｆａｉ・ａ ..pronounce as sapphire. since it's a borrowed word from English. 青玉　（せいぎょく）　ｓｅｉ・ｇｙｏｋｕ　the kanji name for sapphire but not used that often.
