Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.46-3.50
  
Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
6-7
  
Chemical Composition
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MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite 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 Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Malaia and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Malaia is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.