Kashmir sapphire and Sinhalite Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire and Sinhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire and Sinhalite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kashmir sapphire and Sinhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kashmir sapphire and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kashmir sapphire and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kashmir sapphire is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.