Onyx and Sinhalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70
3.46-3.50
Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Indiscernible
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Chemical Composition
SiO2
MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Onyx and Sinhalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Sinhalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Onyx and Sinhalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.