Sinhalite and Allanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50
3.40-4.20
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6-7
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Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sinhalite and Allanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sinhalite and Allanite 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 Sinhalite and Allanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sinhalite and Allanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Allanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Allanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.40-4.20 whereas that of Allanite is 3.40-4.20.