Jasper and Sinhalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91
3.46-3.50
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Not Available
Chemical Composition
SiO2
MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Jasper and Sinhalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Sinhalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Jasper and Sinhalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.