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To: Jonty30

“Ceramic Glass is very close to being like Transparent Aluminum in my books.”

Mohs hardness:

Saffire 9
GG Ceramic 7
Aluminum 2.75


5 posted on 03/30/2025 7:39:12 PM PDT by TexasGator (/''1'111'111111111/)
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To: TexasGator

transparent aluminum is different.

Hardness and Durability: It is significantly harder than conventional glass, with a rating of around 9 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, just below diamond. Additionally, it displays excellent scratch resistance and durability.

https://modern-physics.org/transparent-aluminum/


10 posted on 03/31/2025 3:39:16 AM PDT by Jonty30 (I have invented blackened salmon salad by baking it in the oven for too long. )
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