Sapphire


 

Sapphire is the single-crystal form of aluminium oxide (Al2O3), a mineral known as corundum. It can be found naturally as gemstones or manufactured in large crystal boules for a variety of applications.

Related Topics:
Crystal - Aluminium oxide - Corundum - Gemstone - Boules

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Introduction
Sapphire gems
Synthetic sapphire for non-gemstone applications
See also

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